"This book could save you precious time when implementing a curriculum mapping initiative! From theoretical information to practical advice for planning and sustaining systemic change, this book provides valuable tools for supporting your curriculum mapping work." -Mary Helen Hart, Curriculum and Grants Coordinator Franklin Northeast Supervisory Union, Richford, VT "Curriculum mapping is multifaceted and systemic, thus requiring time, buy-in, collaboration, and thoughtful planning by school leaders. Hale and Dunlap guide leaders by providing sound advice, steps to follow, and anecdotes for small and large districts that are beginning mapping or trying to reinvigorate their current mapping efforts." -Janet Boyle, Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum & Instruction Center Grove Community Schools, Greenwood, IN Lead a collaborative and sustainable curriculum mapping initiative! A powerful, data-driven tool for school improvement and systemic change, curriculum mapping depends on strong administrative and teacher leadership for successful implementation. This comprehensive book shows how school- and district-level leaders can guide an effective curriculum mapping initiative-one that results in positive, long-term improvements in student achievement. Written by nationally known experts in curriculum mapping, this practical guide shows how to create the culture and structure needed to effectively align curriculum, meet standards, and work collaboratively. Addressing the specific roles of district leaders, curriculum directors, principals, and teacher leaders, the authors focus on: An overview of the key concepts and processes of curriculum mapping Leadership strategies for each phase, including discussion of roles and responsibilities Insights on developing effective teacher leadership, with suggestions for allocating time and resources Information about how leaders can create professional development maps and professional roles maps Real-life examples of educational leaders' curriculum mapping experiences Discover valuable tools and insights that support knowledgeable, inspired leadership of curriculum mapping initiatives!
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Windows to the Brain is the only book to synthesize neuroanatomical and imaging research as it pertains to selected neuropsychiatric diseases, containing all of the "Windows to the Brain" papers published from 1999-2006 in the Journal of Neuropsychiatry and Clinical Neurosciences.
Planning, Implementing, and Sustaining the Process
A Guide to Curriculum Mapping provides administrators and lead teachers with an in-depth, step-by-step guide to curriculum mapping so that the mapping initiative is successful, sustained, and embedded in the district or school culture. The author explores the stages of contemplating, planning, and implementing curriculum mapping with the goal of improving student learning and creating systemic change. The book offers extended coverage of the challenges of curriculum mapping and provides guidance for meeting these challenges. Readers will also find features such as: -A curriculum mapping implementation flowchart - Samples of different types of maps - Reflective questions at the end of each chapter -;A glossary of terms
The Man who Lost His Language is a compelling exploration of aphasia - losing the ability to use or comprehend words - as well as of the resilience of love.When Sir John Hale suffered a stroke that left him unable to walk, write or speak, his wife, Shelia, followed every available medical trail seeking knowledge of his condition and how he might ......
Facilitate dynamic classroom discussions that motivate students and deepen their understanding! "There are two reasons why this book is so important now. The first is the vitality of the subject: true classroom dialogue may be our only hope for helping students become thoughtful citizens. The second is that the authors practice what they preach. They assume from the first page that teachers are thoughtful professionals capable of making the subtle decisions discussed. The result is a book that should lie open on the desk of any teacher who is truly interested in teaching students to think." -Terry Roberts, Director National Paideia Center "I loved the case stories of classroom discussions that illustrated the authors' points." -Kimberly C. Smith, Advanced Math Teacher/Math Department Chair Welborn Middle School, High Point, NC "Practical and beneficial to teaching and learning in today's world." -Sylvia Jackson, Principal Adolfo Camarillo High School, CA Engage and enlighten students by skillfully guiding them through thought-provoking classroom discussions using these straightforward strategies. Aligned with the principles of Paideia and Socratic seminars, and packed with real-life examples, this teacher-friendly resource highlights the fundamentals of planning for text-based discourse, the four key factors that shape the teacher's decision-making during discussions, and tips for problem-solving and fine-tuning facilitation skills.
This important resource presents the latest information on brain-behavior relationships and describes ways school practitioners can apply neuropsychological principles in their work with children.
Creating Educational Excellence for African American Children
In Learning While Black Janice Hale argues that educators must look beyond the cliches of urban poverty and teacher training to explain the failures of public education with regard to black students. Why, Hale asks simply, are black students not being educated as well as white students? Hale goes beyond finger pointing to search for solutions. ......
