IJER Vol 2-N4
IJER Vol 2-N4

Author: International Journal of Educational Reform

Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield

Published: 1993-10-01

Total Pages: 125

ISBN-13: 1475815948

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The mission of the International Journal of Educational Reform (IJER) is to keep readers up-to-date with worldwide developments in education reform by providing scholarly information and practical analysis from recognized international authorities. As the only peer-reviewed scholarly publication that combines authors’ voices without regard for the political affiliations perspectives, or research methodologies, IJER provides readers with a balanced view of all sides of the political and educational mainstream. To this end, IJER includes, but is not limited to, inquiry based and opinion pieces on developments in such areas as policy, administration, curriculum, instruction, law, and research. IJER should thus be of interest to professional educators with decision-making roles and policymakers at all levels turn since it provides a broad-based conversation between and among policymakers, practitioners, and academicians about reform goals, objectives, and methods for success throughout the world. Readers can call on IJER to learn from an international group of reform implementers by discovering what they can do that has actually worked. IJER can also help readers to understand the pitfalls of current reforms in order to avoid making similar mistakes. Finally, it is the mission of IJER to help readers to learn about key issues in school reform from movers and shakers who help to study and shape the power base directing educational reform in the U.S. and the world.

Critical Issues in Educational Leadership
Critical Issues in Educational Leadership

Author: Michael Jazzar

Publisher: Allyn & Bacon

Published: 2006

Total Pages: 292

ISBN-13:

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"Critical Issues in Educational Leadership" is a unique and original collection of essay-like chapters that present a straightforward, objective analysis of different perspectives on the major issues facing educational leadership professionals. This comprehensive text provides multifaceted and balanced analysis of the major conceptual, practical, and potential issues facing all individuals interested in educational leadership. Each chapter presents perspectives derived from years of research and practical experience that address problems of effective educational leadership realistically. Students are challenged to view educational leadership as a mix of theory, process, and contemporary practice that requires continuing systematic analysis and review. Special Features: Comprehensive, critical issues presented in multidimensional, original essays developed by the authors allow students and faculty to engage in a meaningful way. Many problems, concerns, and dilemmas are illustrated in a thought-provoking fashion to stimulate debate and discussion and provide direction for continuing dialogue that will foster professional development. Important topics are presented throughout the book, such as no child left behind, ISSLC standards, data driven decision-making, full service schools, and "shattering the glass ceiling" that represents the range of crucial concerns that school leaders face today. Concrete examples that show how theory translates into practice are included in all chapters. Additional resources for instructors using this text are available in the Educational Leadership area at www.ablongman.com. The resources on the site enhance and extend the richness of "Critical Issues inEducational Leadership" with attractive and effective PowerPoint presentations and a meaningful test bank of questions that are differentiated by levels of mastery. Access to the site is available to adopters who request an access code from their local representative. Package this text with MyLabSchool--a powerful set of online tools that bring the classroom to life! Visit www.mylabschool.com for more information!

Comprehensive Reform for Urban High Schools
Comprehensive Reform for Urban High Schools

Author: Nettie E. Legters

Publisher: Teachers College Press

Published: 2002

Total Pages: 190

ISBN-13: 9780807742259

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This text offers the Talent Development Approach as an alternative to contemporary US educational reform efforts. It details organizational, curricular and instructional strategies to provide practitioners with a workable blueprint for whole school reform.

Professional Learning Communities for Science Teaching
Professional Learning Communities for Science Teaching

Author: Susan Mundry

Publisher: NSTA Press

Published: 2009

Total Pages: 172

ISBN-13: 1935155008

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What would it take to move your school closer toward a culture that supports and sustains professional learning communities (PLCs)? This thought-provoking collection of stories will inspire you to find answers to this question and others. It begins with the argument that in a PLC environment, teachers receive continuous professional development. Later chapters recount the origins of schools as professional learning communities, define the characteristics of professional learning communities, and review research on the subject.