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In Praise of American Educators And How They Can Become Even Better By Richard DuFour
Bestseller Explore the state of education today. The author establishes why contemporary American educators are the greatest generation in history and then presents specific steps policymakers and educators must take to transform American schools to meet student needs in the 21st century. 312 pages • Critique the commonly presented media messages about schooling in America. • Consider the evidence for why the present generation of American educators has accomplished more than previous generations. • Evaluate the assumptions driving policies set up to improve schooling.
88BCC–BKF702 $34.95 USD | $44.00 CAD ISBN 978-1-942496-57-1
Pub date: July 2015 Professional Learning Communities, Instruction Free reproducibles available Free study guide available
In Praise of American Educators DVD NEW And How They Can Become Even Better By Richard DuFour
Bestseller In this dynamic keynote, Richard DuFour confronts the criticisms that American educators have faced in the 21st century. A companion to Dr. DuFour’s best-selling book, In Praise of American Educators, the video details what educators have accomplished and how they can be even better. 72-minute DVD
• Review evidence for why the present generation of American educators has accomplished more than previous generations. • Learn the steps that educators can take to transform school culture and structure.
88BCC–DVF079 $24.95 USD | $31.50 CAD ISBN 978-1-947604-50-6
Pub date: June 2018 PLC at Work, Professional Learning Communities, Leadership
• Consider how the collaborative culture of professional learning communities can support student achievement. • Break down assumptions surrounding the American education policies that have been set up for school improvement.
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