Education - Curricula

A "masterful" (The American Spectator) history of the iconic attorney Clarence Darrow and the famous Scopes Monkey Trial, from the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Russia Hoax and Witch Hunt.Nearly a century ago, famed liberal attorney Clarence Darrow defended schoolteacher John...

Learn how to increase instructional rigor so that all students can reach higher levels of learning. This new edition of a bestseller offers practical ideas for raising expectations, increasing complexity, giving appropriate support and guidance, creating open-ended choices and projects, and much more.Author: Barbara...

Climate change is one of the greatest challenges humanity has ever faced. One of the most effective ways to combat climate change is education. In New Jersey, standards to support teaching and learning about climate change were introduced for children of all ages beginning...

This book, the first of two volumes, focuses on the conceptualization of Indigenous Knowledge and Curriculum, Ethiopian/African Philosophy and the possibilities of Indigenization/Africanization of African Education. Its main purpose is to overview the practices of traditional/indigenous education of Africa with emphasis on Ethiopia's experience...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

Each Puzzle Pack contains a variety of puzzles, worksheets, and games to reinforce important content like characters' names, places, symbols, and important details as well as vocabulary words within the text. Includes: Crosswords - Word Searches - Matching - Fill In The Blanks -...

Curriculum and Assessment is the first volume of a new series International Perspectives on Curriculum. This edited book examines the relationship between curriculum, pedagogy and assessment, and, as with subsequent volumes, adopts a cross-sector and comparative approach. Contributors make reference to a number of...

Interaction in the Language Curriculum offers an innovative theory of language education integrating curriculum practice, research and teaching. It emphasises the interdependence of knowledge and values and stresses the central importance of learning as a social process. Leo van Lier argues that moral as...

Inside today's classroom, life has undoubtedly changed. What was once a calm, productive classroom has devolved into a chaotic, disrespectful environment. This provides a bleak image of the educational system in the United States. Is there any chance of a successful transition? Can we...

Unlock the magic of teaching phonics with this supportive guide for educators! Written by an active teacher, this book is perfect for any phonics scheme. It takes you from building phonological awareness to fostering confident readers. With clear explanations, practical tips, and over 50...

Master the human-AI partnership-and then teach students to do the same.In Fluent in AI, Aaron S. Langenauer, an experienced teacher and instructional technology coach, introduces a paradigm shift in education's approach to artificial intelligence: treating it not merely as a tool, but as an...

Owning Your Project-Based Learning is a user-friendly, vividly illustrated guide designed to help undergraduate students and their instructors fully realize the power of project-based learning (PBL). This book complements a wide range of discipline-specific materials, guiding college students to identify topics of interest, conduct...

Unleash the power of creativity for young children and yourself. Follow the authors of Cultivating Creativity in Young Children on a journey of curiosity as they unlock the secrets of creativity, deepening understanding of the what of creativity, its connections to child development, and...

Ofsted Guidance for Inspectors This publication includes: Guidance for inspectors 1) Education inspection framework (EIF) 23 July 2021. 2) Inspecting the curriculum 14 May 2019. 3) Inspecting safeguarding in early years, education and skills settings 24 August 2021. - This version includes pages for...

This book invites us to critically reflect on the value of research in, on and for teacher education. It explores the nature and role of teacher education research and identifies ways to enhance its value for policy and practice. It gathers together studies that...

"No Size Fits All" makes the current all-or-nothing debates over public school policy pass? by offering a bold and novel "third way" that could revolutionize American education.Author: Richard Striner, L. Michelle JohnsonISBN-10: 1839980729ISBN-13: 9781839980725Publisher: Anthem PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 05/11/2021Pages: 122Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.37lbsSize: 8.50h x 5.50w...

If your tween is struggling with social science, then this book is for you; the short book covers the topic and also contains 10 discussion questions, 10 activities, and 20 quiz style questions. This subject comes from the book "Seventh Grade Social Science (For...

This volume demonstrates that Critical Friendship Theory can help distinguish education doctorate (EdD) programs from research doctorates (education PhDs). Drawing on multiple, detailed case studies of CFT implementation at universities, it covers curriculum and implementation, online and in-person education, challenges, and strategies for success.Author:...

In this provocative and timely book, education writer Natalie Wexler argues that the best way to end the "reading wars" is to recognize that learning to read is inextricably linked to learning in general. The science of reading movement has done much to improve...

In recent decades, TV has depicted schooling in wildly different ways. During this time, the field of Curriculum Studies has evolved with the generation and incorporation of different theories. This book puts those theories to work by providing examples of how they could be...

Up Your Teaching Game offers K-12 teachers an intuitive and refreshingly fun pathway for creating immersive, story-based games that encourage students to experience the curriculum through play. Regardless of their technical abilities, design acumen, grade level, or domain, today's teachers have fresh opportunities to...

This book aims to advance language program evaluation and practice, building on the author's previous work in Blended Language Program Evaluation (Palgrave Macmillan, 2016). The book is based in theory, yet incorporates case study examples throughout each chapter. The conceptual framework is grounded in...

Embrace the cycle of the seasons with children. Sit at the edge of the bush with Dr. Hopi Martin, Waabizheshi Oshkaabewis (Ojibwe Marten Clan Sacred Helper, Messenger, Fire Keeper, Lodge Caretaker) and educator, and bring a richer way of living with the land to...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

Do you have a wiggly learner who just cannot sit still? It's time to embrace all that excess energy and turn it into a fun method to develop spelling skills This book is a full grade 5-8 spelling curriculum perfectly designed for kinetic learners...

Essentially a complete teacher's manual for the novel, this LitPlan Teacher Pack includes lesson plans and reproducible resource materials for Letters From Rifka by Karen Hesse. It includes: Daily Lessons, Short answer study questions, Multiple choice quiz questions, Vocabulary worksheets for each reading assignment,...

This is the first edited collection to focus on women, gender, and history education in Canada. The aim of this edited collection is threefold: to offer a historical analysis of women and gender in K-12 teaching and learning of history; to provide an examination...

Education is not just a matter of policy; it's a fundamental human right. Today, inclusive education stands as a paramount goal. Educators aim to provide equitable learning opportunities for all students, addressing varying needs, and fostering supportive school cultures, irrespective of their backgrounds or...

As higher education institutions grapple with the rapid evolution of technology, they are faced with a myriad of challenges in effectively integrating these innovations into teaching, learning, and student support services. From navigating the complexities of instructional design to addressing issues of student engagement...

Each Puzzle Pack contains a variety of puzzles, worksheets, and games to reinforce important content like characters' names, places, symbols, and important details as well as vocabulary words within the text. Includes: Crosswords - Word Searches - Matching - Fill In The Blanks -...

A foundation of materials for teaching a work of literature, LitPlan Teacher Packs from Teacher's Pet Publications have everything you need for a complete unit of study. Download, print, and teach. Developed and used by respected teaching professionals, these manuals incorporate the IRA/NCTE standards...

This comprehensive textbook looks at current issues in learning and teaching across the three key areas of policy, learning and practice. It will help you to think critically on your Education course, and to make connections between the processes of learning and the practicalities...

This book explores analogue game-based learning in the context of the Anthropocene, addressing an urgent need for educational approaches beyond traditional scholastic boundaries. In the context of a complex world, the book emphasises the inadequacies of current educational methods and the potential of game-based...

Curriculum and Teaching Dialogue is a peer-reviewed journal sponsored by the American Association for Teaching and Curriculum (AATC). The purpose of the journal is to promote the scholarly study of teaching and curriculum. The aim is to provide readers with knowledge and strategies of...

Curriculum and Teaching Dialogue is a peer-reviewed journal sponsored by the American Association for Teaching and Curriculum (AATC). The purpose of the journal is to promote the scholarly study of teaching and curriculum. The aim is to provide readers with knowledge and strategies of...

With this anthology of hand-chosen poems written by well-known, beloved poets, you can introduce poetry to your students in the classroom and beyond. Poetry is a powerful tool for teaching phonics, fluency, comprehension, vocabulary, and a love of reading. Curated specifically for students in...

This book presents a framework for conceptualizing and enacting dialogic approaches to teaching literature and reading in your classroom. Dialogical approaches have often been used in secondary classrooms for teaching writing by incorporating students' lives and experiences into the English Language Arts (ELA) curriculum....

This engrossing family history traces the Livesay family of Grayson County, Virginia, from their origins in colonial America to the present day. With extensive genealogical information, personal anecdotes, and historical context, The Livesays of Grayson County, Virginia is an invaluable resource for anyone interested...

This practical book addresses the consistent questions that were posed by secondary social studies teachers during professional learning sessions. In particular, it examines ways to break through the inclination and perception expressed by many teachers that "my kids cannot do that." Drawing on 22...

Formerly published by Peytral PublicationsThis user-friendly resource provides the theory for improving students′ reading skills through visual imagery, plus actual lesson plans to use independently or alongside your language arts program.Author: Karen Patricia KellyISBN-10: 1890455040ISBN-13: 9781890455040Publisher: Corwin PublishersLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/01/2006Pages: 96Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.64lbsSize: 10.90h...

How to Teach the Research Report contains a step-by-step plan for teaching the research report. Teachers can begin teaching the steps for research report writing by modeling the research report with one-paragraph reports. The students can then practice the steps repeatedly until they have...

What is the condition of the field of Physical Education? How is it adapted to the rise of kinesiology, sport and exercise science and human movement studies over the last thirty years? This Handbook provides an authoritative critical overview of the field and identifies...

Comparative research on higher education in developing and transitional countries is often focused on such issues as access, finance, student mobility and the impact of globalization, but there has been little attention to curriculum and the forces that shape it. Confronting Challenges to the...

Writing Centers have traditionally been viewed as marginalized facilities within their institutions. At the same time, faculty in all disciplines have come to stress the importance of good writing, and institutions have created Writing Across the Curriculum (WAC) Programs to address this concern. Often,...

Prepare with the Power of Classroom Practice.- Complete Assignments and Activities to apply text content to real classroom situations.- Authentic classroom video shows real teachers and students interacting, and helps prepare you for the classroom.- Explore the Building Teaching Skills and Dispositions exercises to...

We, the Students and Teachers shows history and social studies educators how to make school classrooms into democratic spaces for teaching and learning. The book offers practical strategies and lesson ideas for transforming democratic theory into instructional practice. It stresses the importance of students...

The Success with Phonics: Letters and Sounds workbooks help children to learn the most common sounds in English and their spellings. Workbook 8 introduces children to more long vowels, r-controlled sounds, and diphthongs: ay ea igh ow ue, ew, ui oi ou er au...

This book, the second of two volumes, focuses on the conceptualization of Indigenous Knowledge and Curriculum, Ethiopian/African Philosophy and the possibilities of Indigenization/Africanization of African Education. Its main purpose is to overview African Education and its curriculum development with particular emphasis on Indigenization and...