Understanding Standards-Based Education: A Practical Guide for Teachers and Administrators - Softcover

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1412955726 ISBN 13: 9781412955720

Publisher: Corwin, 2007

Synopsis

This comprehensive handbook―which includes action plans, ready-to-use charts, rubrics, and real-world examples―shows educators how to design a curriculum that meets today′s performance and assessment goals.

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About the Author

Richard A. Zagranski was a teacher for 40 years at South Hadley High School, South Hadley, MA. During that time he also held the following administrative positions: English Department Chairman; District Curriculum Coordinator for English; Chairman of the Teacher Evaluation Committee; Chairman of the Reaccreditation Committee; and Chairman of the Philosophy and Objectives Committee In addition, he has been an Adjunct Instructor at both Holyoke Community College as well as at Fitchburg State College, both in Massachusetts. Currently, he is a Standards-Based Consultant working with school systems in and around the New England area. The information and techniques presented in this Guide are field-tested approaches, which he has refined through research and trial and error.

Review

"Emphasizes improving the alignment of the written and the taught curriculum in a way that allows for reasonable accountability. The beauty of the process outlined is that it highlights sound teaching practices that lead to the best possible performance for students." Author: Russ Adams, Principal Published On: 2007-02-23

"These authors have a very thorough and intriguing approach that should assist individuals at many different levels who are truly interested in making a difference in our schools today. Educators can apply the ideas almost immediately without getting lost in theoretical tangents." Author: John Scholten, Superintendent Published On: 2007-02-28

"A very useful handbook for classroom teachers. It is easy reading and has an unassuming instructional style." Author: Patricia Baker, Teacher Published On: 2007-02-28

"The book is teacher friendly, easy to read, applicable, and general enough to suit teachers from all parts of the country." Author: Amanda Mayeaux, Teacher Published On: 2007-02-28

"Just what the educational doctor ordered. Written in an easy-to-understand format, this guide contains excellent explanations and valuable models, guidelines, checklists, unit designs, and lesson designs to help teachers implement standards-based education in their classrooms." Author: Vaughn G. Rhudy, Teacher Published On: 2007-02-28

"Zagranski, Whigham, and Dardenne tame the beast of accountability for principals, teachers, and parents by articulately defining what is really expected. A real guide for demystifying the complex world of standards-based education." Author: Erica Ann Faginski, Principal Published On: 2007-03-05

"Targets all the key areas in standards-based education today, from data collection to differentiating instruction to grading and assessment. A must-read for any educator or those entering the field."

Author: Allison Rebello, Assistant Principal Published On: 2007-03-05

"Finally, a book that provides a clear understanding of what NCLB is all about and the impact on students′ education. This would have been helpful when I was on the committee at my school to write the school improvement plan." Author: Rosemarie D. Parker, Special Education Teacher Published On: 2007-01-23

"An outstanding workbook for teachers and administrators. The focus on student learning is great, and the book has a multitude of real-world examples. School districts could tailor it to meet their needs." Author: Linda C. Davis-Delano, Director of Educator Preparation and Licensure Published On: 2007-03-05

"Kudos to the writers of this fantastic, informative resource for the educators of today! This book clearly depicts the innovative teaching practices that meet the educational goals of our schools." Author: Shirley A. Anop, Second-Grade Teacher Published On: 2007-03-08

Edition details

• Publisher: Corwin
• Publication date: 2007
• ISBN 10: 1412955726
• ISBN 13: 9781412955720
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 176
• Editor: Zagranski Richard A., Whigham William T., Dardenne Patrice L.