Drawing upon a generation of research on self-fulfilling prophecies in education Reaching higher argues that our expectations of children are often too low. With compelling case studies, Weinstein shows that children typed early as "not very smart" can go on to accomplish far mo…
Drawing upon a generation of research on self-fulfilling prophecies in education Reaching higher argues that our expectations of children are often too low. With compelling case studies, Weinstein shows that children typed early as "not very smart" can go on to accomplish far mo…
In times of increasing teacher shortage, this excellent guide gives advice on how to recruit and keep good teachers. It includes case studies of schools and LEAs that have been particularly successful, even in challenging circumstances.
Aandacht voor de mogelijkheden voor vrouwelijke academici om carrière te maken in het wetenschappelijk onderwijs in de Verenigde Staten. Bevat informatie en raadgevingen over hoe om te gaan met valkuilen in de hoger onderwijsberoepen en met bijv. (seksuele) intimidatie, alsook a…
"In this new volume, editors Lynn H. Collins, Joan C. Chrisler, and Kathryn Quina provide a wealth of information about institutional pitfalls in higher education professions, advice on how to handle difficult situations, and encouragement to those who persevere in their pursuit…
