Leadership for Social Justice and Democracy in Our Schools: The Soul of Educational Leadership Series, cartea 9
Editat de Alan M. Blankstein, Paul D. Houstonen Limba Engleză Paperback – 7 mar 2011
- Reflecting on our own backgrounds and assumptions
- Modeling socially responsible behavior
- Teaching students to discern injustice
- Enacting a zero-tolerance policy toward bullying.
Students will shape tomorrow based on what they learn today. This compact guide equips educators to implement democratic practices, act in socially just ways, and impart democratic values to the citizens of the future.
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Specificații
ISBN-13: 9781412981613
ISBN-10: 1412981611
Pagini: 208
Dimensiuni: 152 x 229 x 14 mm
Greutate: 0.33 kg
Ediția:1
Editura: SAGE Publications
Colecția Corwin
Seria The Soul of Educational Leadership Series
Locul publicării:Thousand Oaks, United States
ISBN-10: 1412981611
Pagini: 208
Dimensiuni: 152 x 229 x 14 mm
Greutate: 0.33 kg
Ediția:1
Editura: SAGE Publications
Colecția Corwin
Seria The Soul of Educational Leadership Series
Locul publicării:Thousand Oaks, United States
Recenzii
"A must read cover to cover! Each chapter presents a distinct insight and practical wisdom on a very complex issue. An exquisite blend of lofty ideals and practical application woven masterfully together!"
"This indispensable volume provides a wealth of answers from the country's foremost educators and researchers. The attention to the nitty-gritty, classroom-and-corridors dimensions of real change faced by real leaders is an especially welcome contribution to the literature."
"Promoting respect, justice, readiness and leadership—this book captures the salient issues so critical for schools today and for the future. A must-read book for every school leader to model socially just practices!"
"The book is full of inspiring, compelling, and practical essays, addressed to principals, superintendents, and other educational leaders--the people who are in the best position to restore the heart and soul to public education. Finally, here is acknowledgment that social justice and academic achievement are not mutually exclusive concepts. Highly Recommended."
"The 75 practical strategies here are grounded in highly regarded educational research, making this a helpful and current reference manual for best practices in science education. Recommended"
"This indispensable volume provides a wealth of answers from the country's foremost educators and researchers. The attention to the nitty-gritty, classroom-and-corridors dimensions of real change faced by real leaders is an especially welcome contribution to the literature."
"Promoting respect, justice, readiness and leadership—this book captures the salient issues so critical for schools today and for the future. A must-read book for every school leader to model socially just practices!"
"The book is full of inspiring, compelling, and practical essays, addressed to principals, superintendents, and other educational leaders--the people who are in the best position to restore the heart and soul to public education. Finally, here is acknowledgment that social justice and academic achievement are not mutually exclusive concepts. Highly Recommended."
"The 75 practical strategies here are grounded in highly regarded educational research, making this a helpful and current reference manual for best practices in science education. Recommended"
Cuprins
Preface
About the Editors
About the Contributors
1. Respect - Bonnie M. Davis
2. Social Justice: Focusing on Assets to Overcome Barriers - Randall B. Lindsey, Delores B. Lindsey, and Raymond D. Terrell
3. Becoming an Equity-Oriented Change Agent - Linda Skrla, Kathryn Bell McKenzie, and James Joseph Scheurich
4. Are Women Prepared to Be School Superintendents? An Essay on the Myths and Misunderstandings - C. Cryss Brunner and Yong-Lyun Kim
5. Leading Schools of Character - Marvin W. Berkowitz
6. Teaching Social Responsibility - Sheldon H. Berman
7. Zero Indifference and Teachable Moments: School Leadership for Diversity, Inclusion and Justice - Mara Sapon-Shevin
8. Getting Kids Ready for School - Raising the Village - Paul D. Houston
Index
About the Editors
About the Contributors
1. Respect - Bonnie M. Davis
2. Social Justice: Focusing on Assets to Overcome Barriers - Randall B. Lindsey, Delores B. Lindsey, and Raymond D. Terrell
3. Becoming an Equity-Oriented Change Agent - Linda Skrla, Kathryn Bell McKenzie, and James Joseph Scheurich
4. Are Women Prepared to Be School Superintendents? An Essay on the Myths and Misunderstandings - C. Cryss Brunner and Yong-Lyun Kim
5. Leading Schools of Character - Marvin W. Berkowitz
6. Teaching Social Responsibility - Sheldon H. Berman
7. Zero Indifference and Teachable Moments: School Leadership for Diversity, Inclusion and Justice - Mara Sapon-Shevin
8. Getting Kids Ready for School - Raising the Village - Paul D. Houston
Index
Descriere
This ninth and final book in The Soul of Educational Leadership series offers practical strategies for promoting socially responsible school cultures that enhance student engagement.