This book scaffolds teachers as they learn to develop effective text dependent questions across ELA, science, and social studies/history with the goal of assisting students to read closely and comprehend deeply.
In this book the authors debunk the myth that Text Dependent Questions are all level 1 who, what, when where, how questions and instead offer readers a purposeful and thoughtful instructional routine that includes four levels of questioning as well as a focus on talk and collaboration every step of the way.
We communicate and glean information through various mobile devices on a daily basis. The way in which we communicate has changed and will continue to change. One of the biggest challenges is the pace at which we can educate students on effective, responsible use of these new and emerging technologies. This book explores how schools how can integrate and teach courses on digital citizenship and also: Prepare students to use personal mobile devices, social media, and emerging technologies within, and beyond compulsory school Foster the implementation of 1:1 programs Educate students to use social media, personal mobile devices, and emerging technologies effectively to promote their talents Empower the student voice through social media, blogging, and digital wellness Educate administration, faculty, parents, and students Model good citizenship for students Understand the digital dossier Keep up with emerging technologies, social media, open source web sites, and personal mobile devices
"This is one of the best books involving legal issues that I have seen. It is practical, well organized, and thorough. Specific court cases and findings clearly illuminate the intent of the law, giving the administrator guidance in making sound legal decisions. This book would be an excellent reference for any administrator's collection." -Sharon M. Redfern, Principal Highland Park Elementary School, Lewistown, MT The ideal quick-reference guide for understanding legal issues in schools! On a daily basis, today's educators must make legally sound decisions concerning the instruction, supervision, and safety of students while operating within the boundaries of the U.S. Constitution, federal and state laws, and school district policy. This compact, jargon-free, easy-to-understand reference focuses on two hundred common legal issues to provide school administrators and teachers with authoritative, legally defensible approaches for addressing school challenges. Through the accessible Q&A format, teachers and school leaders can read sequentially or browse for immediate answers on topics such as religious issues, individuals' rights, disciplinary practices, morality, teacher dismissal, liabilities, NCLB, and more. Practical and concise, this guide provides: A list of relevant court cases pertaining to each question and answer Legal references to guide teachers' and school leaders' actions A glossary of legal terms and a list of selected federal statutes Summaries and conclusions at the end of each chapter The 200 Most Frequently Asked Legal Questions for Educators contains invaluable information to assist educators in performing their duties effectively and in accordance with the law.
"This is one of the best books involving legal issues that I have seen. It is practical, well organized, and thorough. Specific court cases and findings clearly illuminate the intent of the law, giving the administrator guidance in making sound legal decisions. This book would be an excellent reference for any administrator's collection." -Sharon M. Redfern, Principal Highland Park Elementary School, Lewistown, MT The ideal quick-reference guide for understanding legal issues in schools! On a daily basis, today's educators must make legally sound decisions concerning the instruction, supervision, and safety of students while operating within the boundaries of the U.S. Constitution, federal and state laws, and school district policy. This compact, jargon-free, easy-to-understand reference focuses on two hundred common legal issues to provide school administrators and teachers with authoritative, legally defensible approaches for addressing school challenges. Through the accessible Q&A format, teachers and school leaders can read sequentially or browse for immediate answers on topics such as religious issues, individuals' rights, disciplinary practices, morality, teacher dismissal, liabilities, NCLB, and more. Practical and concise, this guide provides: A list of relevant court cases pertaining to each question and answer Legal references to guide teachers' and school leaders' actions A glossary of legal terms and a list of selected federal statutes Summaries and conclusions at the end of each chapter The 200 Most Frequently Asked Legal Questions for Educators contains invaluable information to assist educators in performing their duties effectively and in accordance with the law.
How to shape teaching and learning for the 21st Century We face a world on the move, and education needs to evolve--quickly--from the district through the classroom level to prepare students for college and career in the 2st century. The 21st Century Fluency series not only outlines the vision, but provides hands-on tools for making radical changes across schools, districts, and classrooms. The books in this series answer the essential questions that educators ask when considering how to adjust to this dynamic age: Why do I have to change? Where do I start? What would this teaching look like in my classroom? How can we design effective schools for the 21st century?
Elaine McEwanAEs research-based strategies help students master the skills critical to reading success as recommended by the National Reading Panel. Included are grade-level activities offered at a special price of $84.49ua savings of 20%.This collection includes:Teach Them All to Read, Second EditionThe Reading Puzzle: Vocabulary, Grades 4-8The Reading Puzzle: Word Analysis, Grades 4-8The Reading Puzzle: Spelling, Grades 4-8The Reading Puzzle: Comprehension, Grades 4-8The Reading Puzzle: Fluency, Grades 4-8
Amplify your assessment literacy. Formative, data-driven, high-stakes-we all know the buzzwords surrounding educational testing. But often times we shelve our understanding of these terms because we think they are overwhelmingly complex. After all, isn't that why we have "experts" crafting assessments? Those who care about our schools and students-teachers, administrators, policymakers, parents, citizens-will find The ABCs of Educational Testing the first accessible explanation of how and why having a fundamental understanding of educational testing is so important. Inappropriate tests are currently leading to harmful decision-making, and this book gives you everything you need to know to change that, including The purposes of tests The difference between and importance of reliability and validity How to build tests with fairness The importance of students' affect Using a nontechnical and conversational approach, this book offers fundamental knowledge to free you from testing fogginess-all framed around practical actions you can take today to strengthen your assessment literacy for tomorrow.
A Process for Pursuing Equity and Excellence in Education
Think of yourself as an educational architect Action research is your essential tool for designing and building a better classroom or school. You know your students best, and by digging deeper into a challenge or research question and then taking informed action, you can achieve far more than any cookie-cutter curriculum or canned program. This empowering introduction to action research is ideal for new and veteran teachers, as well as principals, counselors, and other educators who are committed to school improvement. In the third edition of this bestselling guidebook, you'll find: New insights on how to use reflective practice, qualitative and quantitative methods, and culturally responsive teaching to improve the success of all students A field-tested, four-stage action research process to lead you from brainstorming to breakthrough, with step-by-step instructions in plain English More illustrative examples, charts, handouts, worksheets, and sample action research reports to demystify and simplify the action research process By tapping into the power of action research, you can improve overall student performance, eliminate achievement gaps, and enhance your own efficacy and morale. "The most successful educators are those that purposefully reflect on their practices, with a focus on how and to what degree these practices impact student learning. This book provides a four-stage structured approach for teachers and administrators to engage in action research, with the ultimate goal being to move our schools and classrooms closer to universal student success." Eric Carbaugh, Associate Professor of Education James Madison University "I love the four-step model and how it is emphasized throughout the text. This approach clearly makes the text unique and a 'must read' for all teachers wanting to enhance their teaching through action research." Christopher J. Maglio, Professor of Education, Research Methods, and Design Truman State University
