Explains the whole-faculty study group process as an approach to school reform, discussing the role of the principal, the developmental stages of study groups, and other topics, and looking at why the process is so successful when properly applied.
An imaginative mouse who likes to read heroic fantasy novels finds herself on the school math team as it prepares to compete for the coveted Golden Slide Rule.
"Provide teachers, coaches, and administrators with a roadmap that will inspire innovation, authentic learning experiences, and practical ways to empower students to pursue their passions while in school"--Amazon.
six principles that guide student achievement in high-performing schools
Blankstein, Alan M.
2006
A facilitator's guide for leading discussion of Alan M. Blankstein's "Failure Is Not an Option," which provides six basic principles for implementing effective school reform, with chapter-by-chapter activities and discussion questions.
five principles of courageous leadership to guide achievement for every student
Blankstein, Alan M.
2015
Pairs leading-edge ideas from award-winning educational scholars, visionaries, and practitioners with ... case studies from multicultural K-12 settings at all levels of the system who have pursued equity goals and closed instructional and achievement gaps"--OCLC.
strategies to reverse underachievement and respect student dignity
Delisle, James R.
2018
"With 'Doing Poorly on Purpose', veteran educator James R. Delisle dispels the negative associations and stereotypes connected to underachievement. By focusing on smart kids who get poor grades--not because they're unable to do better in school but because they don't want to--Delisle presents a snapshot of underachievement that may look far different from what you envision it to be"--Provided by publisher.
