Fragmented, unfocused, and top down approaches to professional development are unrealistic, ineffective and do not promise anything significant to teachers and their contexts. This book questions prof
Developers, build mobile Android apps using Android 4The fast-growing popularity of Android smartphones and tablets creates a huge opportunities for developers. If you're an experienced developer, you
Howes (applied developmental psychology, U. of California, Los Angeles) et al. compile eight essays drawn from presentations and discussions that took place during the annual National Center for Resea
Updated guidance on how to take advantage of the newest features of SharePoint programmabilityMore than simply a portal, SharePoint is Microsoft's popular content management solution for building intr
British librarians and professionals in information and communication weigh in on the debate over whether collection development can be adapted to account for digital media or should be scrapped to ma
The work presented here is a large-scale evaluation of a theory-driven school reform project in New Zealand, which focuses on improving the educational achievement of Maori students in public secondar
Edited by Sleeter (emerita, California State U. Monterey Bay), the eight chapters of this book evaluate a school reform professional development project in New Zealand that is conceptually grounded in
Sutterby (U. of Texas at Brownsville) compiles seven essays that examine the implementation of professional development for early childhood educators in the US and models for various settings and mean
Meltzer (Western Carolina U.) provides a project management process for helping teachers learn a new hardware, software, curriculum, or strategy that supports incorporating technology as part of the n
Educators in the professions have always had unique demands placed upon them. These include the need to keep pace with rapidly evolving knowledge bases, developing skills and attitudes appropriate to
"In addition to processing new applications, requesting clinical privileges, preparing ER call schedules, negotiating contracts, verifying credentials, and conducting meetings and audits, Medical Serv
This collection of seventeen articles on professional standards in business and personal coaching showcases current scholarship in the area of supervision and the development of best practices for coa
Ross, a former classroom teacher and current online professional development specialist who teaches an online class on technology integration, outlines a framework for designing and delivering online
In this sequel to the book that "takes teen services to a new level" (Adolescence), YA experts Amy J. Alessio And Kimberly A. Patton present entirely new content while building on their previously suc
The Excellent Online Instructor is a guide for new and seasoned faculty who teach online, those responsible for training and developing online instructors, and administrators who must evaluate online
Winner of the prestigious FEEM 20th Anniversary Prize for its contribution to the field of environmental economics, Resources for the Future is the pre-eminent research institution devoted exclusively
A creative and comprehensive collection of church activities to engage people of all ages across generations and cultures. From seasonal worship services to holiday-centered celebrations, each activi
Small-scale Research in Primary Schools provides guidance and inspiration for students and practitioners undertaking practical investigations and workplace enquiry in the primary school. The 30 chapte
Small-scale Research in Primary Schools provides guidance and inspiration for students and practitioners undertaking practical investigations and workplace enquiry in the primary school. The 30 chapte
"Power Outlets "provides a collection of Bible-based musical programs designed for both Christians of all faiths, and non-Christians with even a slight curiosity about Christianity. Each of the thirte
"Power Outlets "provides a collection of Bible-based musical programs designed for both Christians of all faiths, and non-Christians with even a slight curiosity about Christianity. Each of the thirte
New qualifications for those teaching and training in the FE sector became effective in September 2007. The reform of initial teacher training and the professionalisation of the workforce in the secto
Reeves has worked with education, business, nonprofit, and government organizations throughout the world, and is the author of numerous articles and books on leadership and organizational effectivenes
This volume presents a collection of case studies of schools' journeys towards effective CPD practice. They tell the story of the goals set and achieved, and the challenges faced along the way. These
This manual provides guidance to educational administrators on how to acquire, maintain, and use training resources for curriculum mapping. In practical easy terms, the book offers thoughtful suggesti
New qualifications for those teaching and training in the FE sector became effective in September 2007. The reform of initial teacher training and the professionalisation of the wor
Teaching is a rewarding, yet demanding profession, one in which a person needs to be fully prepared. This book focuses on the applied psychological skills, strategies, and resources, which will help
Teaching is a rewarding, yet demanding profession, one in which a person needs to be fully prepared. This book focuses on the applied psychological skills, strategies, and resources, which will help
The revised classic for designing mathematics and science professional development presents an updated planning framework and many professional development strategies and emphasizes continuous progra
The revised classic for designing mathematics and science professional development presents an updated planning framework and many professional development strategies and emphasizes continuous progra
This Fourth edition provides expanded and updated content reflecting current and future changes for advanced practice nurse (APN) graduate students and their transition to practice. It presents essen
Studying PGCE Geography at M Level is for all students undertaking their PGCE, those working to gain Masters credits, and experienced teachers who wish to broaden their understanding of geography educ
Studying PGCE Geography at M Level is for all students undertaking their PGCE, those working to gain Masters credits, and experienced teachers who wish to broaden their understanding of geography educ
The 15 chapters of this resource present the authors' current research and experiences in teacher professional development, addressing theoretical and practical issues, including new developments and
Occupational Therapy and Life Course Development is an invaluable work book for professional practice. It provides a tool to help both students and qualified professionals develop and enhance a framew
Most school librarians are solo librarians working with little direct contact with their counterparts in schools or in other types of libraries. This makes it very difficult to keep up with trends an
Multicultural Programs for Tweens and Teens is a one-stop resource that encourages children and young adults to explore different culturesFollowing the practical programs laid out here, young adult l
