Motivate and inspire students to learn at high levels. By bringing meaningful work to the classroom, students will develop curiosity, become actively engaged, and have a sense of purpose for their edu
Create a uniform game plan to foster a collaborative community of learners, develop a shared focus, and meet growth goals. Examine new concepts of leadership, and learn how to effectively assemble sch
Fully engage learners in your classroom. Discover how to create high-quality assessments using a five-phase design protocol. Explore types and traits of quality assessment, and learn how to develop as
Every leader in K–12 mathematics education should own this book. It reveals four leadership principles and 12 action indicators essential to creating equity and excellence in math programs. The NCSM l
Discover the role media can play in preparing students to compete in a global society in which cultures, economies, and people are constantly connected. Learn how to merge technology and instruction s
A guide to implementing "SMART" goals uses four real-life stories from elementary, middle, and high schools to discuss how to transform schools into places where each student is meeting and exceeding
As we gain access to more and more knowledge and information online, the future will belong to those who are powerful, literate, curious learners. That means emphasis in classrooms must move toward he
Get answers to the most common question posed by educators seeking to build and sustain a PLC: Where do we begin? Access a solid conceptual framework and concrete illustrations of how schools operate
With Foreword by Heidi Hayes JacobsIt's crucial for 21st century teachers and students to determine together what a student will learn and at what pace. This book dives deep into quest learning, a cus
Mindfulness is an effective, low-cost way for educators to help students improve their social and emotional wellness as they learn and grow. The authors share practical tools that align to the five ke
By overemphasizing high-stakes evaluations as tools for reporting what students know and can do, we’ve created a culture of grading instead of a culture of feedback in our schools and classrooms. In t
Discover how to close the knowing-doing gap and transform your school or district into a high-performing PLC. The powerful third edition of this comprehensive action guide updates and expands on new a
Women have incredible potential to drive change in education if they step up to lead at all levels. In Step In, Step Up, authors Jane A. G. Kise and Barbara K. Watterston guide current and aspiring wo
Presents an examination of high-performing, high poverty schools and their practices which resulted in marked improvements in learning for their most vulnerable students.
Transform your district with thriving professional learning communities. Implementing high-performing PLCs can enhance educators’ outlooks and dramatically improve learning for all students. With this
Response to intervention (RTI) is the most effective process for ensuring student success, using differentiated instruction to provide the time and support necessary. This comprehensive implementation
Discover how to motivate students in the classroom, using the elements of EMPOWER—exploration, motivation, participation, openness, willingness, empathy, and resilience. Make school a positive, meanin
Overemphasizing test scores as measures of achievement is potentially harmful to education. The contributors identify key traits such as mindset, motivation, social skills, creativity, and entrepreneu
Sharpen your students’ communication skills while integrating digital tools into writing instruction. Loaded with techniques for helping students brainstorm, plan, and organize their writing, this han
Davis presents educators, academicians, and administrators with a practical guide to inspiring deeper, thoughtful, culturally connected thinking in their students by undertaking a cultural literacy jo
Utilizing the crucial elements of effective leadership—purpose, trust, focus, leverage, feedback, change, and sustainability—education leaders can overcome the many challenges they face in their profe
Motivate English learners to boost proficiency with confidence. This book focuses on instructional strategies that integrate language, literacy, and content across all subject areas in secondary educa
Effective teacher feedback is crucial to improving student achievement. The author provides educators with practical suggestions for making the grading process more fair, accurate, specific, and timel
With this user-friendly resource, teachers will discover how to close the gaps between assessment, curriculum, and instruction by replacing outmoded assessment methods with proficiency-based assessmen
Ensure learning equality in every classroom. Investigate previous and current policies designed to help close the achievement gap. Examine predominant mindsets that contradict school missions to promo
Discover the components of proactive classroom management. With this practical, step-by-step guide, teachers and school administrators will uncover five components that help improve student achievemen
Collaborate for schoolwide success. Establishing a collaborative culture can significantly impact student achievement and professional practice. With this how-to guide, you’ll gain clarity on the work
Enhance students’ reading abilities with technology. Discover how technological resources can improve the effectiveness and breadth of reading instruction to build student knowledge. Read real-world a
Focusing on the unique response to intervention challenges faced by those working in a secondary school—including larger student and educator populations, curriculum specializations, a growing achieve
When educators embrace student-centered learning, classrooms transform, authentic learning comes alive, and outcomes improve. A culmination of Lee Watanabe-Crockett's ten-plus years of work with schoo
Part of the Every Student Can Learn Mathematics seriesImprove your students' comprehension and perseverance in mathematical practices. This user-friendly book is divided into two parts, each covering
Elementary educators face crucial questions when shaping their vocabulary teaching methods—what vocabulary words to target and how to foster self-directed learning. SNAP (Seeing/Saying, Naming, Acting
Your school district can revolutionize its culture to improve student learning. This book details a simple but powerful school improvement plan for integrating educational technology, pedagogy, and de
As technology continues to shift the educational landscape, most K–12 teachers’ instructional strategies remain mostly unchanged. Discover how to enhance student learning in online and blended classro
Designed for K–12 leaders, this book examines how to develop responsive leadership characteristics that establish positive learning climates and foster schoolwide success. The author shares key strate
Writing plays a crucial part in all education disciplines, helping students to communicate their ideas to different audiences and extend their content knowledge. Developed for teachers, curriculum des
Develop a deep understanding of mathematics. This user-friendly series presents teachers with a logical progression of pedagogical actions, classroom norms, and collaborative teacher team efforts to i
Develop a deep understanding of mathematics. This user-friendly series presents teachers with a logical progression of pedagogical actions, classroom norms, and collaborative teacher team efforts to i
Embrace effective grading procedures that have the power to reduce failure rates, encourage learning, and enhance morale. In this three-part guide, author Douglas Reeves presents practical strategies
Develop a deep understanding of mathematics. This user-friendly series presents teachers with a logical progression of pedagogical actions, classroom norms, and collaborative teacher team efforts to i
