Train Up a Child explores how private schools in Old Order Amish communities reflect and perpetuate church-community values and identity. Here, Karen M. Johnson-Weiner asserts that the reinforcement of those values among children is imperative to the survival of these communities in the modern world. Surveying settlements in Indiana, Michigan, ......
"This is an excellent text in the field of U.S. educational history. The author does a great job of linking past events to the current trends and debates in education. I am quite enthusiastic about this book. It is well-written, interesting, accessible, quite balanced in perspective, and comprehensive. It includes sections and details, that I found fascinating - and I think students will too." -Gina Giuliano, University at Albany, SUNY "This book offers a comprehensive and fair account of an American Educational History. The breadth and depth of material presented are vast and compelling." -Rich Milner, Vanderbilt University An up-to-date, contemporary examination of historical trends that have helped shape schools and education in the United States... Key Features: Covers education developments and trends beginning with the Colonial experience through the present day, placing an emphasis on post-World War II issues such as the role of technology, the standards movement, affirmative action, bilingual education, undocumented immigrants, and school choice. Introduces cutting-edge controversies in a way that allows students to consider a variety of viewpoints and develop their own thinking skills Examines the educational history of increasingly important groups in U.S. society, including that of African American women, Native Americans, Latinos and Asian Americans. Intended Audience This core text is designed for undergraduate and graduate courses such as Foundations of Education; Educational History; Introduction to Education; Philosophy of Education; American History; Sociology of Education; Educational Policy; and Educational Reform in the departments of Education, History, and Sociology.
"This is an excellent text in the field of U.S. educational history. The author does a great job of linking past events to the current trends and debates in education. I am quite enthusiastic about this book. It is well-written, interesting, accessible, quite balanced in perspective, and comprehensive. It includes sections and details, that I found fascinating - and I think students will too." -Gina Giuliano, University at Albany, SUNY "This book offers a comprehensive and fair account of an American Educational History. The breadth and depth of material presented are vast and compelling." -Rich Milner, Vanderbilt University An up-to-date, contemporary examination of historical trends that have helped shape schools and education in the United States... Key Features: Covers education developments and trends beginning with the Colonial experience through the present day, placing an emphasis on post-World War II issues such as the role of technology, the standards movement, affirmative action, bilingual education, undocumented immigrants, and school choice. Introduces cutting-edge controversies in a way that allows students to consider a variety of viewpoints and develop their own thinking skills Examines the educational history of increasingly important groups in U.S. society, including that of African American women, Native Americans, Latinos and Asian Americans. Intended Audience This core text is designed for undergraduate and graduate courses such as Foundations of Education; Educational History; Introduction to Education; Philosophy of Education; American History; Sociology of Education; Educational Policy; and Educational Reform in the departments of Education, History, and Sociology.
Education, business and human service settings are included in this revised edition of How to Design a Program Evaluation. Additional examples in these fields makes this volume more relevant to a wider audience in comparison with the first edition. Through the use of diagrams, step-by-step directions, flow charts and extensive examples, the book shows how a variety of design options can be conceived and implemented. Focusing on quantitative designs, it shows what to do when things go wrong and presents detailed methods for collecting, analysing and presenting data for each design.
Teachers, parents, students, administrators and community members all generally agree that we need better grading and reporting systems. Here is the first serious look at the issue to provide all involved with a coherent and thoughtful framework. The goal to develop a deeper and more reflective understanding of the various aspects of the subject, and to bring some organization and clarity to this topic.
Composed by international researchers, the Handbook of Narrative Inquiry: Mapping a Methodology is the first comprehensive and interdisciplinary overview of the developing methodology of narrative inquiry. The Handbook outlines the historical development and philosophical underpinnings of narrative inquiry as well as describes different forms of narrative inquiry. This one-of-a-kind volume offers an emerging map of the field and encourages further dialogue, discussion, and experimentation as the field continues to develop. Key Features:aa Offers coverage of various disciplines and viewpoints from around the world: Leading international contributors draw upon narrative inquiry as conceptualized in Anthropology, Sociology, Psychology, and Philosophy.Illustrates the range of forms of narrative inquiry: Both conceptual and practical in-depth descriptions of narrative inquiry are presented.Portrays how narrative inquiry is used in research in different professional fields: Particular attention is paid to representational issues, ethical issues, and some of the complexities of narrative inquiry with indigenous and cross-cultural participants as well as child participants.aIntended Audience:aa The Handbook of Narrative Inquiry is a must have resource for narrative methodologists and students of narrative inquiry across the social sciences. Individuals in the fields of Nursing, Psychology, Anthropology, Education, Social Work, Sociology, Organizational Studies, and Health research will be particularly well served by this masterful work.
Updated for 2006/2007! This collection of key books will help you deal effectively with the challenges of teaching high school students. The Secondary Teacher Induction Kit contains 5 must-have resources filled with strategies and guidelines for successful instruction: Raising Reading Achievement in Middle and High Schools Five Simple-to-Follow Strategies Second Edition This second edition enhances the "five big ideas" for raising reading achievement with seven cognitive strategies and more than twenty "teaching for learning" tips for daily instruction. Raising Reading Achievement in Middle and High Schools, Second Edition Common-Sense Classroom Management for Middle and High School Teachers Covering more than 65 best practices for managing the typical school day, the authors use a straightforward format that features five steps or fewer for each strategy. Common-Sense Classroom Management for Middle and High School Teachers Differentiating the High School Classroom Solution Strategies for 18 Common Obstacles This guide illustrates solutions in action with examples, scenarios, and practice assignments to help teachers differentiate content, process, assignments, and assessments in high school classrooms. Differentiating the High School Classroom Engaging 'Tweens and Teens A Brain-Compatible Approach to Reaching Middle and High School Students You will gain a solid understanding of the basic neurobiology behind adolescent behaviors and also invigorate your teaching practices using music, movement, and brain-based activities. Engaging 'Tweens and Teens Secrets for Secondary School Teachers How to Succeed in Your First Year Second Edition Packed with practical strategies, tips, and techniques from experienced teachers to simplify and organize your workload, reduce stress, and build success during your first teaching year. Secrets for Secondary School Teachers, Second Edition Save over $31 off the individually priced books. Get all 5 books for $124.95! The books are presented as a boxed kit. Free U.S. Shipping when you order online!
Globalization means that no country can afford to ignore what goes on outside its borders. International exchanges are part of everyday life. As a result, international education has been growing at an astonishing rate over the last generation. In "Educating the Global Citizen", George Walker examines in-depth the basic concepts of international ......
Volume Two identifies the major content areas where family life education is practised - particularly marriage enrichment, parent education, sex education, and ageing. It outlines the key content questions, literature sources, current educational practices and emerging directions in each area to assist programme developers and leaders to improve their practice.
