Le Dr. Dennis Shirley est une figure éminente dans le domaine de l'éducation, dont le travail s'étend du soutien aux enseignants débutants à la conception et à la direction d'initiatives de recherche à grande échelle pour les districts scolaires et les organisations à but non lucratif. Sa recherche se concentre sur l'amélioration des résultats d'apprentissage des élèves et la transformation des pratiques d'enseignement, avec des conclusions diffusées par le biais de publications co-écrites. L'approche de Shirley met l'accent sur le partenariat et l'application pratique au sein des écoles pour obtenir des améliorations tangibles. Sa vaste expérience comprend la direction de projets financés de manière significative et la collaboration avec diverses institutions éducatives à l'échelle mondiale.
A chronicle of the collision between educational reformer Paul Geheeb, who founded the Odenwaldschule, and fascist ideology during Hitler's rise to power. By examining one individual's story it shows how education in general, and progressive education in particular, fared in Nazi Germany.
The book examines the crisis in urban schools, emphasizing the need for reform efforts to recognize the interconnectedness of schools and their surrounding communities. It critiques the common approach of viewing schools as isolated entities, advocating for a more integrated perspective that considers the political and social realities influencing education. By addressing these broader contexts, the book aims to propose more effective solutions for the challenges faced by urban educational systems.
Focusing on enhancing student well-being, this resource offers innovative strategies for educators, leaders, and policymakers. It presents actionable insights aimed at creating a supportive school environment, addressing the needs of students, and promoting mental health and resilience within educational settings.
Focusing on community organizing and activism, this book examines the potential of public schools to educate children in economically disadvantaged areas, specifically the Rio Grande Valley of South Texas. It challenges the trend toward privatization and market-based reforms, showcasing how grassroots efforts have led to remarkable academic improvements. By highlighting successful local initiatives, the book advocates for strengthening public education as a viable solution for supporting poor and working-class communities.
Focusing on the need for transformative educational practices, this work advocates for a shift away from standardized testing and competitive market models in schools. It emphasizes the importance of fostering environments that nurture critical and independent thinking in all students, aiming to reshape educational priorities to better serve diverse learning needs. The book presents a vision for educational change that prioritizes holistic development over rigid metrics.
Die detaillierte Fallstudie beschreibt die Leitung der Odenwaldschule nach der Machtergreifung 1933 und analysiert den Konflikt zwischen Paul Geheeb und den Nationalsozialisten.