Brimming with fun, adaptable activities and games, this supplemental language and reading curriculum complements any prereading program. Preschool, kindergarten, and first-grade teachers can use these engaging activities in any classroom - general, bilingual, inclusive, or speci…
Typically, school curriculum has been viewed through the lens of preparation for the workplace or higher education, both worthy objectives. However, this is not the only lens, and perhaps not even the most powerful one to use, if the goal is to optimize the educational system. "…
"Respecting Difference" demonstrates how teacher educators in the uk and worldwide can attract, recruit and support black and minority ethnic students to become much needed and valued future teachers and educational leaders. This accessible guide presents insights into the insti…
Development education: debates and dialogue
"Approaches and Strategies in Next Generation Science Learning" examines the challenges involved in the development of modern curriculum models, teaching strategies, and assessments in science education in order to prepare future students in the 21st century economies. This comp…
Large-Scale Studies in Mathematics Education
In recent years, funding agencies like the Institute of Educational Sciences and the National Science Foundation have increasingly emphasized large-scale studies with experimental and quasi-experimental designs looking for 'objective truths'. Educational researchers have recentl…
Between the turn of the twentieth century and the "Brown V. Board of Education" decision in 1954, the way that American schools taught about "race" changed dramatically. This transformation was engineered by the nation's most prominent anthropologists, including Franz Boas, Ruth…
This book examines the nexus between nation-building and history education globally and the implication for cultural diversity and social justice. It studies some of the major education reforms and policy issues in history education in a global culture, and regards them in the l…
This book provides a critical examination of the sources, aims, and features of early childhood curricula. Providing a theoretical and philosophical foundation for examining teaching and learning, this book will provoke discussion and analysis among all readers. How has theory b…
Welcome to Nanoscience: Interdisciplinary Environmental Explorations, Grades 9-12
by Hochella, Michael F., Jr, National Science Teachers Association (Nsta), Madden, Andrew S., Eriksson, Susan C., Hurst, Andrew N., Norris, Mary A., Green, Andre M., Bank, Tracy L., Grady, Julie R., Glasson, George E.
In a society where technology plays an ever-increasing role, students' ability to understand the underlying science and make smart social and environmental decisions based on that knowledge is crucial. "Welcome to Nanoscience" helps biology, chemistry, and Earth science teachers…
" ... Provides essential guidance for everyone from teachers to school administrators to district and state science coordinators. As practical as it is timely, this book includes an introduction to the NGSS ; examples of the standards translated to classroom instruction in eleme…
The Author presents a case for implementing a mastery learning science classroom and then shows us how to do it. Using research-based student performance data, Morgan compiles impressive statistics that support her assertion, Mastery learning results in improved student learning…
"This reference presents cutting-edge research on the development and implementation of various tools used to maintain the learning environment and present information to pupils as effectively as possible"--Provided by publisher.
"This reference presents cutting-edge research on the development and implementation of various tools used to maintain the learning environment and present information to pupils as effectively as possible"--Provided by publisher
Published annually since 1985, the Handbook series provides a compendium of thorough and integrative literature reviews on a diverse array of topics of interest to the higher education scholarly and policy communities. Each chapter provides a comprehensive review of research fin…
This volume presents a systematic approach to developing advanced English language competence at tertiary level. It includes the reflections of experienced language teachers and teacher-researchers in the English Language Competence programme at the University of Vienna and prov…