| Description |
xii, 180 pages ; 24 cm. |
| Series |
The series on school reform |
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Series on school reform.
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| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (page 9) and index. |
| Contents |
Foreword / Nancy Sizer and Theodore Sizer -- 1. The Challenge of Startup. A Day in the Life of the Principal-Teacher. Reflections on the Day. Broader Issues. A Day in the Life, Assessed -- 2. We're All Democratic Here. Three Scenes in Search of Democracy. Defining a Democratic School Culture. Reflecting on School Democracy -- 3. Time and Money. Time. Money. Time and Money: Some Guiding Principles -- 4. Curriculum and Assessment. Three Opportunities to Unleash Common Sense. Curriculum. Assessment. Reasons for Success -- 5. Knowing Students Well. A Day in the Life of a Teacher. Three Students. Watching Bamboo -- 6. Is Shakespeare Essential? The Museum of World Cultures. Questions, Projects, and Student Exhibitions. |
| Summary |
Direct from the heart of public school reform, the author offers a complete tour of one charter school-walking us hrough the school's vision of learning, the day-to-day challenges, the many achievements, and the lessons learned. From the unique perspective of school principal and then full-time teachers, he takes us deep into the Francis W. Parker Charter Essential School, providing rare insights into the strategic issues involved on launching a new school. |
| Subject |
Charter schools -- United States.
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School management and organization -- United States.
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Charter schools. (OCoLC)fst00852525
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School management and organization. (OCoLC)fst01107575
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United States. (OCoLC)fst01204155
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Charter school.
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Schulorganisation.
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| ISBN |
0807741639 (cloth) |
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9780807741634 (cloth) |
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0807741620 (pbk.) |
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9780807741627 (pbk.) |
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