UNESCO Without Borders
UNESCO Without Borders

Author: Aigul Kulnazarova

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2016-06-23

Total Pages: 328

ISBN-13: 1317281586

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The United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) was established in 1945 with twin aims: to rebuild various institutions of the world destroyed by war, and to promote international understanding and peaceful cooperation among nations. Based on empirical and historical research and with a particular focus on history teaching, international understanding and peace, UNESCO Without Borders offers a new research trajectory for understanding the roles played by UNESCO and other international organizations, as well as the effects of globalization on education. With fifteen chapters by authors from cross-disciplinary and diverse geographical areas, this book assesses the global implications and results of UNESCO’s educational policies and practices. It explores how UNESCO-approved guidelines of textbook revisions and peace initiatives were implemented in member-states, illustrating the existence of both national confrontations with the new worldview promoted by UNESCO, as well as the constraints of international cooperation. This book provides an insightful analysis of UNESCO’s past challenges and also indicates promising future research directions in support of international understanding for peace and cooperation. As such, it will be of key interest to researchers, postgraduate students, academics in the fields of international and comparative education, education politics and policies, and to those interested in the historical study of international organizations and their global impact. The book will also appeal to practitioners, especially those who conduct research on or work in post-conflict societies.

The Art of Teaching Science
The Art of Teaching Science

Author: Jack Hassard

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2013-07-04

Total Pages: 771

ISBN-13: 1135889996

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The Art of Teaching Science emphasizes a humanistic, experiential, and constructivist approach to teaching and learning, and integrates a wide variety of pedagogical tools. Becoming a science teacher is a creative process, and this innovative textbook encourages students to construct ideas about science teaching through their interactions with peers, mentors, and instructors, and through hands-on, minds-on activities designed to foster a collaborative, thoughtful learning environment. This second edition retains key features such as inquiry-based activities and case studies throughout, while simultaneously adding new material on the impact of standardized testing on inquiry-based science, and explicit links to science teaching standards. Also included are expanded resources like a comprehensive website, a streamlined format and updated content, making the experiential tools in the book even more useful for both pre- and in-service science teachers. Special Features: Each chapter is organized into two sections: one that focuses on content and theme; and one that contains a variety of strategies for extending chapter concepts outside the classroom Case studies open each chapter to highlight real-world scenarios and to connect theory to teaching practice Contains 33 Inquiry Activities that provide opportunities to explore the dimensions of science teaching and increase professional expertise Problems and Extensions, On the Web Resources and Readings guide students to further critical investigation of important concepts and topics. An extensive companion website includes even more student and instructor resources, such as interviews with practicing science teachers, articles from the literature, chapter PowerPoint slides, syllabus helpers, additional case studies, activities, and more. Visit http://www.routledge.com/textbooks/9780415965286 to access this additional material.

Accreditation a Hands on Approach for Principals
Accreditation a Hands on Approach for Principals

Author: Dr. Thomas Whittle

Publisher: iUniverse

Published: 2021-11-02

Total Pages: 96

ISBN-13: 1663230765

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Leadership is an art form that has been practiced since the beginning of time, however it is not an exact science in which any person with a certain amount of education and some type of a checklist can guarantee student academic success. The highly recommended solutions from great educational leaders of yesterday (such as Plato, Aristotle, Jefferson, Washington, and Socrates) do not work in all situations. These successful leaders did not just lead their followers; they taught them various leadership principles for given situations. Successful principals learn through experiences what works in a particular situation and what does not work. Remember, one can learn from a failure as well as through accomplishment. Each time you fail, it provides you with the opportunity to learn and be successful. Building principals who have mastered the art of leadership do not rely on trial and error. This Hands-On Approach for Principals provides a small resource for continuous improvement in the art of building-level leadership. The small summary of my experiences may serve as a springboard for each principal’s self-awareness and discovery. This resource will assist you with the analysis of leadership situations in your building and in systematically choosing a leadership style which best fits the situation (Reflective, Relational, Collaborative, Communicative or Visionary). When you have developed an understanding of these various techniques, situations will dictate the application of each technique. You will make better decisions and that will lead to a motivated faculty and student body. This gives you a much greater chance of leading your building to student academic success. Leadership is about change; embedded in your leadership is the hope of the students. You are standing on the shoulders of great educational leaders of yesterday, looking into the future, and seeing possibilities. Face change with a smile; embrace change with determination unseen by those around you. I believe it was Reverend Doctor Martin Luther King who said, “The best leaders are determined, bold, and reject inhibitors imposed by old traditions and habits.” Moving your school to full accreditation will not be easy; your goals must be clearly stated. Remember, the simplest approach will prove to be the most effective. Respect all points of view and do not set your standards too low. Find one thing in your school where all stakeholders, even the extremists, can visualize the school climate and culture better because of its success. The goal of this book is to aid you in your attempt to accreditate your school. Do not allow misguided teachers the opportunity to rob students of their academic successes and joy at the completion of your mission.