When it comes to educational performance, the United States does not fare well in comparison to our global competitors. Numerous challenges, such as our increasing dependence on technology, and the ongoing difficulties we face in providing cost-effective, good quality public education, point to the need for changes in our educational system if we are to provide a competitive workforce in the future.
When it comes to educational performance, the United States does not fare well in comparison to our global competitors. Numerous challenges, such as our increasing dependence on technology, and the ongoing difficulties we face in providing cost-effective, good quality public education, point to the need for changes in our educational system if we are to provide a competitive workforce in the future.
It is an attempt to infuse the concept of quality circles in education. Among the many techniques of quality enhancement, Quality Circles are envisaged as a valuable one. The book explains in a simple manner the concept of Quality Circles in education. It is presented in two parts-the first part deals with conceptual understanding of Quality Circles and the second part with the hands on practical experience.
Education is the basic foundation of a country where teaching and learning are seen as a key for change of individual for national advancement. A country is said to be esteemed when a noticeable number of the natives have quality training and education. The use of ICT in enriching learning environments within schools and colleges has been demonstrative in identifying the conditions in which ICT can be used in an effective manner to enhance the quality of teaching-learning processes and instructional strategies. It renders a significant contribution in creating social payoffs, which would be conducive to sustainable growth and equitable development. The use of ICTs in pedagogy has set out certain benchmarks for the integration of ICT into the learning process as the way to bring about improvements in the quality of education in specific social frameworks. The paper discusses the role and effect of ICTs in improving the quality of education.
This revised edition covers the philosophical underpinnings of total quality management, its instrumentalities as well as methods of strategic planning & implementation in educational institutions.
A transformative leader exists within every educator. And each school possesses the capacity for growth and excellence. This book will be your roadmap for actualizing your school's full potential. It is intended to be utilized by leaders in any role within a school - principals, directors, coordinators, chairs, coaches, team leaders and teacher leaders. The roadmap outlined in this book provides a theoretical foundation and practical steps to guide your institutional improvement work. It will give the reader a clear sense of where their school is currently and what would be required to move up the improvement "pathway" to more actualized roadmap locations. The development of the roadmap represents 20 plus years of research into over 500 schools, countless interviews and conversations with transformative leaders, and involvement within multiple school improvement efforts. The content of the book includes in-depth chapters related to the following areas: *Building the school effectiveness roadmap. *Cultivating the quality of trust at the school. *Facilitating a school-wide vision. *Empowering instructional leadership for improved practice. *Engaging in a process of meaningful strategic planning. *Examining your school climate with a comprehensive systems framework. *Using classroom management and discipline to support your school's improvement process. *Systematically moving your school to the "next level." *Engaging the transformative leaders personal vision development process. When we have a meaningful understanding of where we are, can clearly see where we are going, and recognize in practical operational terms what is required to improve, we can engage our growth process with confidence.
Transformative Classroom Management The natural condition of any classroom is harmonious, satisfying, and productive, so why do so many teachers struggle with problems of apathy, hostility, anxiety, inefficiency, and resistance? In this groundbreaking book, education expert John Shindler presents a powerful model, Transformative Classroom Management (TCM), that can be implemented by any teacher to restore the natural positive feelings in his or her classroom—the love of learning, collaboration, inspiration, and giving—and create a productive learning environment in which all students can achieve. Unlike other classroom management systems that view problems as something to be “handled,” TCM offers suggestions for creating optimal conditions for learning, performance, motivation, and growth. This practical book shows teachers how to abandon ineffective short-term gimmicks, bribes, and punishments and adopt the proven management practices and new habits of mind that will transform their classrooms. Praise for Transformative Classroom Management “Transformative Classroom Management is a practical resource that explains the how and why of classroom management for novice and veteran teachers. Dr. Shindler recognizes the importance of preserving the teacher’s sanity while ensuring the student’s development of a personal sense of responsibility and a positive self-esteem.” —Eileen Matus, principal, South Toms River Elementary School, New Jersey “I have read many other management books by other authors, but Transformative Classroom Management has been the best so far at demystifying the invisible forces in the classroom.” —WILL McELROY, 4th grade teacher, Los Angeles United School District “This book was an invaluable tool for me during my student teaching. It served as a reference book that I found myself continually drawn to while struggling to find ways to effectively manage 29 first graders. The ideas, concepts and suggestions in the book were so innovative and helpful that even my Master Teacher found herself implementing some of the ideas! A must have for all student teachers!” —Carol Gillon, student teacher, Seattle University “Insightful and thoroughly researched, Transformative Classroom Management is an invaluable tool to help teachers, newbies and veterans alike, develop fully functional and engaged learning communities.” —LISA GAMACHE RODRIGUEZ, teacher, Los Angeles Unified School District
