Full Description
A poorly designed system produces poor results. Problems with the public education system are reported every day in periodicals and books. Improving student achievement is too important a societal issue to continue stumbling along the same unending path of let's try this educational fad and then move to the next proposed solution.
The uniqueness of this book is that the myths surrounding education and learning are exposed; it's like cleaning the lenses of your glasses so you can get a clear view of the world. Once myths are moved aside, reality can settle in, and a practical model for improving education can be developed.
Contents
Acknowledgements
Preface
Introduction
Part I - Reality and education
Chapter 1: Focusing on Reality and Education
Chapter 2: Not all students will learn at a high level
Chapter 3: The role of education
Chapter 4: Look for teachers who love to learn
Chapter 5: Students have a role to play
Chapter 6: Look for an administrator who is the right type of leader
Chapter 7: The finance issue
Chapter 8: Not everyone needs to go to college
Chapter 9: Streamlining the P-16 academic pipeline
Chapter 10: Is it hopeless?
Part II - Given reality how can education be improved?
Chapter 11: The first step
Chapter 12: Educational environment characteristics
Chapter 13: Societal and Community Characteristics
Chapter 14: What about maximizing student learning?
Chapter 15: The final message
