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'A superb book that does exactly what it promises: takes the reader from theory to practice. Rich with clear prose, strong research, and thoughtful reflection, this useful tool is for teachers who want to engage students more deeply with each other, the content, and the world—all for the sake of real learning.'—Parker J. PalmerAuthor, The Courage to TeachFacilitate the growth of successful learning communities—both in the classroom and schoolwide!Teachers at every level face the challenge of finding a balance between learner-centered philosophies and day-to-day classroom life. Aligned with progressive educational thought, this book shows teachers how to make the jump from theory to practice and cultivate learning communities in the classroom and in their schools.The authors help both new and experienced educators engage in a fundamental shift in their teaching approach: from behaviorism to constructivism; from following recipes to understanding the learning process; from standardized, age-based expectations to using standards for individualizing expectations and instruction; and from coercing obedience to facilitating students′ authority and autonomy. Readers will find examples ill

Author

Kaia A. Tollefson, Monica K. Osborn, Kaia Tollefson

Publisher

Thousand Oaks, CA: Corwin Press

Published

2008

Language

EN

ISBN

9781412949965

Subjects

Education, Technology