Offers sample lesson plans that promote performance-based learning throughout the content areas, plus rubrics, updated research, projects, and an expanded discussion of cooperative learning teams.
This updated quick-reference tool helps new and experienced teachers succeed in lesson design, classroom management, assessment, discipline, communicating with parents, planning for the unexpected, a
This updated edition provides strategies for deepening students' understanding of math concepts, involving students in standards-based rubric development, and using rubric data to improve instruction
Aligned with the reauthorization of IDEA 2004, this updated resource helps IEP teams define students' transition goals for adult life, including postsecondary education and employment choices.
Helps school leaders cultivate improvement-driven, cross-age learning communities by providing case studies, workplace alternatives, and easy-to-apply strategies to promote cross-generational collabo
This valuable book dispels common myths about acceleration, reviews social/emotional considerations, and provides tools for effectively determining the most appropriate learning options for gifted st
The authors present dynamic learning activities with research-based strategies and sources for further reading to increase students' confidence in math while effectively addressing NCTM standards.
The authors present dynamic learning activities with research-based strategies and sources for further reading to increase students' confidence in math while effectively addressing NCTM standards.
Featuring the latest research on standards and curriculum design, this valuable resource provides educators with a systematic approach for instructional planning aligned with today's high standards.
These high-interest math investigations will help students see math as a vital, meaningful tool in their daily lives both inside and outside of the classroom.
These high-interest math investigations will help students see math as a vital, meaningful tool in their daily lives both inside and outside of the classroom.
The authors offer higher-level thinking and reading strategies that promote achievement for all students, with resources to build collaborative literacy, stimulate creativity, develop richer compre
In this updated collection of revolutionary articles, Sergiovanni encourages school leaders to discover the craft of moral leadership, practice effective instructional leadership, and build strong le
This updated guide synthesizes the latest brain research into powerful teaching strategies for integrating thinking skills, authentic assessment, and standards-based lesson planning into any classroo
This remarkable book defines a new framework for instructional reform using three core components-personalization, precision, and professional learning-to develop precise, data-driven classroom instr
Now in its third edition, this bestseller offers new data, recommendations, and observations that explore the choices for success available to students in the academic middle.
Achieve a workable model for effectively reshaping today's school districts for positive outcomes by addressing three of the most central challenges in district and school leadership.
This groundbreaking text demonstrates how to build collaborative environments that both help schools achieve national standards, and also help the school community realize high academic standards.
A primer of what is truly important for today's school leaders, this survival guide is made up ofAy25 fundamental insights and baseline beliefs that never change.
Through examples, illustrations, and self-assessments, this volume provides the tools teachers need to build the productive working relationships that are the foundation of successful schools.
Through a meta-analysis of studies on instructional strategies, Marzano, Pickering, and Pollock (2001) have identified nine families of strategies that significantly increase student achievement. The
Shouting Won’t Grow Dendrites shows teachers how to develop a physical classroom environment conducive to learning, develop a proactive classroom management plan, deliver brain-compatible lessons, and
This exciting new edition from David A Sousa examines source material on brain research and provides classroom reading strategies for teachers, based on the most current findings.
Shift from trifling tasks to winning leadership strategies. Learn how to turn your school around with steps and stories from a turnaround principal who has been there.
"Cultural competence" has become the standard for all health and mental health professions. Cultural competence is essential to proficient clinical work with individuals whose heritage, culture, ethn
Everything science teachers need to know to incorporate interactive notebooks into classroom instruction!Packed with strategies for promoting and reinforcing optimal learning in science, this step-by
Written by financial advisor and award-winning lecturer Gene Siciliano,AyFinancial Mastery for the Career Teacher is a comprehensive yet concise primerAyfor beginning teachers juggling modest salarie
Focused on providing readers with the knowledge and skills to maximize the educational opportunities for children raised in low socio-economic conditions,AyCulturally Proficient Approaches to Conditi
Written for principals, both new and experienced,AyImprove Learning by Building Community provides a blueprint for building effective learning communities committed to partnering with both the intern
Paul Kimmelman captures a unique vision for school improvement that isAybased on the intersection of federal policy compliance, effective leadership, and innovation. While educational leaders must be
The 2004 reauthorization of IDEA spells out school systems' responsibilityAyto have school personnel provide instructional intervention and Response to Intervention (RTI) as the first line of problem
Succeeding at Teaching Secondary Mathematics helps beginning educators focus on the big ideas in teaching mathematics, promote positive engagement in the classroom through practical strategies, and u
The most beneficial school improvements are the ones that last. This book offers strategies for sustaining improvement by creating a shared vision, distributing leadership, and celebrating gains.
An expanded examination of the Downey Walk-Through, this sequel shows leaders how to help teachers improve their practice by engaging them in reflection and professional dialogue.
Encouraging teachers to reflect on why they chose teaching as a profession, this edition includes suggestions for navigating school politics, job searching, and surviving a "testmania" culture.
Written specifically for non-language arts teachers, this resource focuses on using writing as an instructional tool to deepen and expand student understanding in the content areas.
Written specifically for non-language arts teachers, this resource focuses on using writing as an instructional tool to deepen and expand student understanding in the content areas.
Developed for Grades 5-12, this guide focuses on building reading comprehension skills through journal writing and provides a yearlong, scaffolded curriculum with classroom-ready writing exercises.
From components of successful PR programs to evaluation guidelines, this valuable resource gives educational leaders the public relations support needed to meet tough communication demands and ensure
