This book champions the arts as essential to the K-12 educative process. Exploring apparently oppositional approaches to the arts and their role in... Læs mere
Closing the gap between theory and practice, scholars make constructivism accessible by showing its application in everyday classrooms. Building on the... Læs mere
In this work, the authors provide the first systematic exploration of the philosophical foundations and the historical development of qualitative inquiry for language and literacy researchers - novices and experts alike.
Some of the most prominent educators of our time share memorable learning experiences in up-close and personal interviews. They discuss how they overcame obstacles and feelings of isolation to teach in a learner-centred, active classroom; and much more.
Helping students develop an understanding of mathematical ideas is a persistent challenge for teachers.... Læs mere
This book looks at how a group of educators, social activists, and scholars tried to reduce intergroup tensions and create schools where people of all groups could learn from and with each other.
This memoir of professional development in action follows bestselling author Selma Wassermann from her dismal beginnings, struggling for control over her students, to enjoying the kind of teaching in which teacher and students are truly partners in the process.
These essays follow a veteran teacher educator and school reform activist as he tries to understand an enterprise he calls ""mysterious... Læs mere
This book offers an engaging and effective approach to improving teacher and student learning. Based on the... Læs mere
By citing historical developments, the authors provide a framework through which one can interpret the way morality has been... Læs mere
Clark and Zimmerman present contemporary issues and theories regarding the education of artistically talented students. The authors provide... Læs mere
Tired of the complacent attitudes Kentucky politicians showed toward education, the Prichard Committee formed to galvanize the citizens of Kentucky to attack the... Læs mere