High Schools in Crisis (häftad)
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Inbunden (Hardback)
Språk
Engelska
Antal sidor
208
Utgivningsdatum
2004-03-01
Förlag
Praeger Publishers Inc
Medarbetare
Handley, Richard
Illustratör/Fotograf
black and white Illustrations
Illustrationer
Black & white illustrations
Dimensioner
242 x 165 x 21 mm
Vikt
463 g
Antal komponenter
1
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1 Hardback
ISBN
9780275981983

High Schools in Crisis

What Every Parent Should Know

av Ellen Hall, Richard Handley
Inbunden,  Engelska, 2004-03-01
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This book exposes the degree of rage today's teenagers feel and how our nation's schools are failing them, not just academically, but in just about every way imaginable. Hall and Handley propose practical techniques, procedures, and core values that can make high school a safe learning environment once again. Drawing from their many years of experience administering a high school that provided a safe and fulfilling learning environment, they introduce readers to teaching techniques, administrative policies, and design ideas that encourage students to speak out, express their indomitable idealism, and feel welcome and accepted. The learning process works best when students are supported, encouraged, and accepted. The authors tell the story of a special schoolMountain Viewthat upholds a strong belief in the value of each student through smaller classes, experiential learning, and an awareness of community in and out of school. This book describes the journeys of students who were angry, unsure, or struggling with various labels of learning disabilities, as well as students who were successful in the traditional educational system but sought more opportunities for creativity and self-expression. Their stories are told in the context of how to build and run a school that is keenly attuned to teenagers' needs. Twenty Questions for Parents help to pinpoint issues and difficulties children may be struggling with. Also included is a bibliography of helpful sources and suggested readings. In keeping with the efforts of the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation to support small high schools around the United States, this book provides a blueprint for parents, school districts, and communities.
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.,."Their book demonstrates that parents have the power to organize and create a school of their own....[It] should be read by parents and their adolescent sons and daughters together to take the pulse of the high schools their children are attending."-Kathryn Borman Professor of Anthropology Associate Director, David C. Anchin Center University of South Florida "In an accessible manner, the authors interweave sociological and psychological research with relevant first-hand experiences, student portraits, and schoolhouse scenarios. They help one understand the need for and rationality of alternative schools. In so doing, Hall and Handley make a compelling link between educating the whole child and providing the means to mold a just and democratic society."-Vincent Brevetti Principal Humanities Preparatory Academy New York City "[C]ontains information on how classrooms can be designed for optimal student involvement, how a creative curriculum can elicit enthusiasm, and how learning disabilities can be handled without resorting to "special education..,."Recommended. All levels."-Choice ?[C]ontains information on how classrooms can be designed for optimal student involvement, how a creative curriculum can elicit enthusiasm, and how learning disabilities can be handled without resorting to "special education..,."Recommended. All levels.?-Choice ?Parents who are seeking educational alternatives to the public high school will benefit from this book....Written in a straightforward tone, this book honestly and candidly discusses problems with public education. It is appropriate for public librarians who are assisting parents and teens with their educational goals.?-VOYA ?This valuable resource for parents also includes a bibliography of helpful sources and suggested readings.?-Booklist "YContains information on how classrooms can be designed for optimal student involvement, how a creative curriculum can elicit enthusiasm, and how learning disabilities can be handled without resorting to "special education...."Recommended. All levels."-Choice "This valuable resource for parents also includes a bibliography of helpful sources and suggested readings."-Booklist "Parents who are seeking educational alternatives to the public high school will benefit from this book....Written in a straightforward tone, this book honestly and candidly discusses problems with public education. It is appropriate for public librarians who are assisting parents and teens with their educational goals."-VOYA

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ELLEN HALL is director of Oak Grove School, an alternative pre-K-12 school in Ojai, California, and the author of Listen to Your Inner Voice (2001). RICHARD HANDLEY is a features reporter for the Ventura County Reporter.

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Introduction What Teenagers Are Telling Us A New Model for the Classroom The Genius of Every Child The New Curriculum Teachers Are the Ticket So-Called Learning Disabilities School as Community Parents Have Choices

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