Examines the chronic under-performance of African American males in US schools. Citing a plethora of disturbing academic outcomes... Læs mere
Based on neuroscience and their own innovative work, the authors provide the rationale and a... Læs mere
Synthesizes the essential research and practice of social equity literacy teaching in one succinct, user-friendly volume.... Læs mere
Draws on knowledge and experience with the Reggio Approach to present 12 ‘best practices’ inspired... Læs mere
As America enters the 21st century, US students continue to slip behind in the world's rankings in science and math. Yet, at the same time, state prison budgets are increasing nearly three times as fast as budgets for education. This title explores these troubling realities.
Shows how to use technology in the early childhood classroom. This book focuses on robotic manipulatives that allow children to... Læs mere
Students of educational improvement have long puzzled over why some school reform ideas blossom while others wither away. Based on an... Læs mere
Putting good ideas into practice is one of the greatest challenges facing any educator. This book provides readers with a collection of insights drawn from a diverse array of thinkers that proves there is nothing quite as practical as a good educational philosophy.
Covering the period between 1984 and 2003, this title features a focus that goes beyond the classroom teaching of writing to... Læs mere
Policymakers face a number of difficult and technical questions in the design and implementation of new accountability approaches. This title gathers the... Læs mere