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The Emergence of the U.S. School Steel Band Movement

The Saga of Steel

by Brandon L. Haskett ...

This work examines the spread of the steelpan art form within U.S. music education, specifically in schools and universities. This is set within the context of a large Caribbean diaspora, which brought the music and culture to the U.S. This is followed by an in-depth examination into the implications for steel bands and music education going forward. This research includes 'family trees' that ... Read more

$126.39 CAD

This work examines the spread of the steelpan art form within U.S. music education, specifically in schools and universities. This is set within the context of a large Caribbean diaspora, which brought the music and culture to the U.S. This is followed by an in-depth examination into the implications for steel bands and music education going forward. This research includes 'family trees' that
... Read more
Critical Democratic Education and LGBTQ-Inclusive Curriculum

Opportunities and Constraints

by Steven Camicia ...

This book illustrates the relationship between politics and the ways in which lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) issues are taught in schools. This book examines relationships between society, schools, and LGBTQ inclusion in order to understand perennial issues related to critical democratic education, and how schools are responding to generational shifts in ideology. By ... Read more

$42.59 CAD

This book illustrates the relationship between politics and the ways in which lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) issues are taught in schools. This book examines relationships between society, schools, and LGBTQ inclusion in order to understand perennial issues related to critical democratic education, and how schools are responding to generational shifts in ideology. By
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Non-affirmative Theory of Education and Bildung

Edited by Michael Uljens ...

Series series Education (R0)
Interpreting the modern heritage of ‘Bildung’ in connection to education theory, this open access volume explores non-affirmative theory of education and ‘Bildung’ as a language of education for the 21st century. In this ‘Bildung’-centered view of education, discerning thought on knowledge and values are critical objectives of education. To promote these aims, education practice must recognize but ... Read more

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Interpreting the modern heritage of ‘Bildung’ in connection to education theory, this open access volume explores non-affirmative theory of education and ‘Bildung’ as a language of education for the 21st century. In this ‘Bildung’-centered view of education, discerning thought on knowledge and values are critical objectives of education. To promote these aims, education practice must recognize but
... Read more
Multicultural Education of Children and Adolescents

by G. Lea Lee ...

Multicultural Education of Children and Adolescents explores the foundations of diversity through cultural portraits of young people from a variety of backgrounds, and provides practical strategies for shaping and implementing a multicultural curriculum.Content and features new to the seventh edition include the following:Every chapter opens with a real-life story that introduces the subject ... Read more

$109.92 CAD

Multicultural Education of Children and Adolescents explores the foundations of diversity through cultural portraits of young people from a variety of backgrounds, and provides practical strategies for shaping and implementing a multicultural curriculum.Content and features new to the seventh edition include the following:Every chapter opens with a real-life story that introduces the subject
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Key Texts on Interdisciplinary Higher Education

Edited by Iris van der Tuin ...

Higher education is changing rapidly in response to the global challenges of the twenty-first century, but for disciplinarily trained lecturers interdisciplinary curriculum and course design is a time-consuming process fraught with difficult pedagogical choices.This reader is the first book to bring together key texts on interdisciplinary teaching and learning, all drawn from a growing literature ... Read more

$43.99 CAD

Higher education is changing rapidly in response to the global challenges of the twenty-first century, but for disciplinarily trained lecturers interdisciplinary curriculum and course design is a time-consuming process fraught with difficult pedagogical choices.This reader is the first book to bring together key texts on interdisciplinary teaching and learning, all drawn from a growing literature
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General Education for Future-Ready Learning, Work, and Life

Edited by Ginny Jones Boss, Tiffany J. Davis, Rick Rantz ...

General education prepares individuals for a changing world where adaptability, critical thinking, and lifelong learning are essential. General education equips learners with a broad foundation across disciplines, helping them understand complex global issues, communicate effectively, and think analytically. In an era shaped by technological advancement and shifting workforce demands, this well ... Read more

$172.79 CAD

General education prepares individuals for a changing world where adaptability, critical thinking, and lifelong learning are essential. General education equips learners with a broad foundation across disciplines, helping them understand complex global issues, communicate effectively, and think analytically. In an era shaped by technological advancement and shifting workforce demands, this well
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It’s Not Rocket Science!

Designing Meaningful Learning Experiences in the Elementary Classroom

by Robert W. Jr. Blake, Lisa R. Trattner ...

Series Book 2 - Critical Literacies and Language
It’s Not Rocket Science! Designing Meaningful Learning Experiences in the Elementary Classroom is a hands-on manual that streamlines the curriculum design processby utilizing a four-step approach: deconstructing, reconstructing, lesson planning,and assessing. Grounded in a theoretical framework that all students, regardless ofbackground, are entitled to high quality learning, this step-by-step ... Read more

$45.09 CAD

It’s Not Rocket Science! Designing Meaningful Learning Experiences in the Elementary Classroom is a hands-on manual that streamlines the curriculum design processby utilizing a four-step approach: deconstructing, reconstructing, lesson planning,and assessing. Grounded in a theoretical framework that all students, regardless ofbackground, are entitled to high quality learning, this step-by-step
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Basic Principles of Curriculum and Instruction

by Ralph W. Tyler ...

The acclaimed classic shows educators how to set classroom objectives, select learning experiences, organize instruction, and evaluate progress.In 1949, a small book had a big impact on education. In just over one hundred pages, Ralph W. Tyler presented the concept that curriculum should be dynamic, a program under constant evaluation and revision. Curriculum had always been thought of as a static ... Read more

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The acclaimed classic shows educators how to set classroom objectives, select learning experiences, organize instruction, and evaluate progress.In 1949, a small book had a big impact on education. In just over one hundred pages, Ralph W. Tyler presented the concept that curriculum should be dynamic, a program under constant evaluation and revision. Curriculum had always been thought of as a static
... Read more
Succeeding as an RE Teacher

The ultimate guide to teaching secondary RE

by Andy Lewis, Adam Smith, Shammi Rahman, Rachael Jackson, Nikki McGee, Matthew Pitcher, Ruth Marx, Wayne Buisst ...

Series series Succeeding As...
Succeeding as an RE Teacher is the must-have guide for Religious Education teachers – offering everything you need to teach this core subject with confidence.This essential guide takes a no-nonsense approach to delivering the very best possible RE. Drawing on the expertise of experienced RE teachers, it covers everything from strategic lesson and curriculum planning to research-informed practice ... Read more

$26.59 CAD

Succeeding as an RE Teacher is the must-have guide for Religious Education teachers – offering everything you need to teach this core subject with confidence.This essential guide takes a no-nonsense approach to delivering the very best possible RE. Drawing on the expertise of experienced RE teachers, it covers everything from strategic lesson and curriculum planning to research-informed practice
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Didactique de la géographie au primaire et au secondaire

Approche multidisciplinaire pour l’enseignement et l’apprentissage de la géographie

by Collectif Collectif, Juan-Luis Klein ...

Ce collectif structuré en quatre parties analyse les pratiques et les formes d’institutionnalisation de la géographie scolaire au Québec, rassemblant seize contributions de chercheurs et praticiens. À partir d’une approche réflexive, il éclaire les tensions affectant la discipline : héritages, débats sur le territoire, diversité des parcours professionnels et expériences vécues. Il souligne la ... Read more

$36.00 CAD

Ce collectif structuré en quatre parties analyse les pratiques et les formes d’institutionnalisation de la géographie scolaire au Québec, rassemblant seize contributions de chercheurs et praticiens. À partir d’une approche réflexive, il éclaire les tensions affectant la discipline : héritages, débats sur le territoire, diversité des parcours professionnels et expériences vécues. Il souligne la
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English in the Primary School

by Tricia Evans ...

Series series Routledge Revivals
First published in 1987, English in the Primary School analyzes the role of English within the primary school curriculum. It assesses the contributions of reading, writing, poetry, and drama in fulfilling the aims of English teaching and raises questions of immediate concern to all those involved in the teaching of English: which teaching strategies encourage the child to see reading as an ... Read more

$107.17 CAD

First published in 1987, English in the Primary School analyzes the role of English within the primary school curriculum. It assesses the contributions of reading, writing, poetry, and drama in fulfilling the aims of English teaching and raises questions of immediate concern to all those involved in the teaching of English: which teaching strategies encourage the child to see reading as an
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International Primary English Student's Book: Stage 6

by Daphne Paizee ...

Series series Collins International Primary English
Collins International Primary English offers full coverage of the Cambridge Primary English curriculum framework (0058) from 2020 within a six-level, multi-component course, which has been carefully developed to meet the needs of teachers and students in the international market.Collins International Primary English is a self-contained, cohesive course which develops reading, writing, speaking and ... Read more

$11.99 CAD

Collins International Primary English offers full coverage of the Cambridge Primary English curriculum framework (0058) from 2020 within a six-level, multi-component course, which has been carefully developed to meet the needs of teachers and students in the international market.Collins International Primary English is a self-contained, cohesive course which develops reading, writing, speaking and
... Read more
Voorbij de kennisarmoede

Een pedagogische kijk op culturele geletterdheid

by Wouter Smets ...

De Franse filosoof Didier Eribon groeide op in een arbeidersgezin waar andere culturele codes golden dan in het intellectuele Parijs waar hij later ging studeren. Zijn leraren hadden het verschil kunnen maken om die omschakeling mogelijk te maken, maar deden dat niet. In Voorbij de kennisarmoede onderzoekt Wouter Smets waarom culturele geletterdheid zo belangrijk is, en welke kennis kinderen ... Read more

$20.99 CAD

De Franse filosoof Didier Eribon groeide op in een arbeidersgezin waar andere culturele codes golden dan in het intellectuele Parijs waar hij later ging studeren. Zijn leraren hadden het verschil kunnen maken om die omschakeling mogelijk te maken, maar deden dat niet. In Voorbij de kennisarmoede onderzoekt Wouter Smets waarom culturele geletterdheid zo belangrijk is, en welke kennis kinderen
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Kita-Eltern begleiten und beraten

Konkrete Impulse für beziehungsorientierte Elterngespräche

by Eliane Retz ...

Bedürfnisorientierung ist das aktuelle Thema in der Frühpädagogik. Eltern bei einer beziehungsorientierten Elternschaft zu begleiten und zu beraten (neue) Aufgabe und Herausforderung für pädagogische Fachkräfte. Zentrales Element des Buches sind Fallbeispiele, die typische Entwicklungsthemen von Kindern von 0-6 Jahren aufgreifen und von der Autorin in den Kontext von Bindung und Autonomie und eine ... Read more

$20.79 CAD

Bedürfnisorientierung ist das aktuelle Thema in der Frühpädagogik. Eltern bei einer beziehungsorientierten Elternschaft zu begleiten und zu beraten (neue) Aufgabe und Herausforderung für pädagogische Fachkräfte. Zentrales Element des Buches sind Fallbeispiele, die typische Entwicklungsthemen von Kindern von 0-6 Jahren aufgreifen und von der Autorin in den Kontext von Bindung und Autonomie und eine
... Read more
From STEM to STEAM: Latino Perspectives

by Capstone ...

STEAM inspiration and plans from ten distinguished K-12 Latino educators. Discover techniques for all students, including how to think beyond the science fair; the metaverse; and advancing student outcomes using STEAM. The Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents [ALAS] is a forward-thinking organization committed to fostering educational equity for all students, especially those ... Read more

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STEAM inspiration and plans from ten distinguished K-12 Latino educators. Discover techniques for all students, including how to think beyond the science fair; the metaverse; and advancing student outcomes using STEAM. The Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents [ALAS] is a forward-thinking organization committed to fostering educational equity for all students, especially those
... Read more
Raciocínio lógico e matemática para concursos

Manual completo

by André Braga Nader Justo, André Fioravanti, Enildo Garcia, Joelson Sampaio, Rafael Merighi Valenciano, Renan Gomes De Pieri ...

Por que você está diante de um MANUAL COMPLETO DE RACIOCÍNIO LÓGICO E MATEMÁTICA para Concursos? Porque este MANUAL não se limita a trazer a TEORIA acerca do que é cobrado nos concursos públicos. Ele vai além e traz, também, número expressivo de QUESTÕES COMENTADAS, assuntos atuais e escrita de fácil entendimento. Quanto aos TEMAS ABORDADOS, foram selecionados aqueles de maior relevância e ... Read more

$14.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Por que você está diante de um MANUAL COMPLETO DE RACIOCÍNIO LÓGICO E MATEMÁTICA para Concursos? Porque este MANUAL não se limita a trazer a TEORIA acerca do que é cobrado nos concursos públicos. Ele vai além e traz, também, número expressivo de QUESTÕES COMENTADAS, assuntos atuais e escrita de fácil entendimento. Quanto aos TEMAS ABORDADOS, foram selecionados aqueles de maior relevância e
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Het prachtige risico van onderwijs

by Gert J.J. Biesta ...

Translated by René Kneyber, Audrey Louise James ...

'Gert Biesta, een briljante academicus met een gul hart, verstevigt met Het prachtige risico van onderwijs zijn positie als internationaal leider in de onderwijsfilosofie.' - Lynda Stone, Universiteit van North Carolina 'Een intellectuele kanonskogel' - Simon Verwer, Denkfiguur en leraar 'Dit boek laat een kwaliteit van denken en redeneren zien die zeldzaam is in deze tijd.' - Learning Space In ... Read more

$15.99 CAD

'Gert Biesta, een briljante academicus met een gul hart, verstevigt met Het prachtige risico van onderwijs zijn positie als internationaal leider in de onderwijsfilosofie.' - Lynda Stone, Universiteit van North Carolina 'Een intellectuele kanonskogel' - Simon Verwer, Denkfiguur en leraar 'Dit boek laat een kwaliteit van denken en redeneren zien die zeldzaam is in deze tijd.' - Learning Space In
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Food (Activities for 3-5 Year Olds)

by Adrienne Walton ...

Series Book 4 - Activities for 3-5 Year Olds
Food: Activities for 3-5 Year Olds contains enjoyable activities to help foundation stage children to develop essential skills. Talking about, handling, preparing and eating food have an instant appeal for young children and offer a variety of learning experiences. The practical activities in Food include: Taking orders in an imaginary café, Learning about the importance of food hygiene, Using ... Read more

$10.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Food: Activities for 3-5 Year Olds contains enjoyable activities to help foundation stage children to develop essential skills. Talking about, handling, preparing and eating food have an instant appeal for young children and offer a variety of learning experiences. The practical activities in Food include: Taking orders in an imaginary café, Learning about the importance of food hygiene, Using
... Read more
Ensuring High-Quality Curriculum

How to Design, Revise, or Adopt Curriculum Aligned to Student Success

by Angela Di Michele Lalor ...

We know that curriculum is the core of the classroom experience, but what makes a quality curriculum? How can educators be sure that what they teach is strongly aligned to the specific standards that their district or school has adopted? What kinds of lessons, learning experiences, and assessments are most effective, and how should they be embedded within the curriculum? You'll find the answers to ... Read more

$38.49 CAD

We know that curriculum is the core of the classroom experience, but what makes a quality curriculum? How can educators be sure that what they teach is strongly aligned to the specific standards that their district or school has adopted? What kinds of lessons, learning experiences, and assessments are most effective, and how should they be embedded within the curriculum? You'll find the answers to
... Read more
The New School Management by Wandering Around

by William A. Streshly, Susan P. Gray, Larry E. Frase ...

Achieve success step by stepThe topic of management by wandering around is not new, but the authors′ approach is fresh and timely. This current rendition based on the original work by Frase and Hetzel gives new and seasoned administrators smart, practical advice about how to "wander around" with purpose and develop a more interactive leadership style. This text cites more than 20 well-constructed ... Read more

$40.79 CAD

Achieve success step by stepThe topic of management by wandering around is not new, but the authors′ approach is fresh and timely. This current rendition based on the original work by Frase and Hetzel gives new and seasoned administrators smart, practical advice about how to "wander around" with purpose and develop a more interactive leadership style. This text cites more than 20 well-constructed
... Read more
Christian Privilege in U.S. Education

Legacies and Current Issues

by Kevin J. Burke, Avner Segall ...

Series series Studies in Curriculum Theory Series
Using critical curriculum theory as its lens, this book explores the relationship between religion—specifically, Christianity and the Judeo-Christian ethos underlying it—and secular public education in the United States. Despite various 20th-century court decisions separating religion and education, the authors challenge that religion is in fact absent from public education, suggesting instead ... Read more

$86.56 CAD

Using critical curriculum theory as its lens, this book explores the relationship between religion—specifically, Christianity and the Judeo-Christian ethos underlying it—and secular public education in the United States. Despite various 20th-century court decisions separating religion and education, the authors challenge that religion is in fact absent from public education, suggesting instead
... Read more
Captive University

The Sovietization of East German, Czech, and Polish Higher Education, 1945-1956

by John Connelly ...

This comparative history of the higher education systems in Poland, East Germany, and the Czech lands reveals an unexpected diversity within East European stalinism. With information gleaned from archives in each of these places, John Connelly offers a valuable case study showing how totalitarian states adapt their policies to the contours of the societies they rule.The Communist dictum that ... Read more

$31.19 CAD

This comparative history of the higher education systems in Poland, East Germany, and the Czech lands reveals an unexpected diversity within East European stalinism. With information gleaned from archives in each of these places, John Connelly offers a valuable case study showing how totalitarian states adapt their policies to the contours of the societies they rule.The Communist dictum that
... Read more
The Concept of Care in Curriculum Studies

Juxtaposing Currere and Hakbeolism

by Jung-Hoon Jung ...

Series series Studies in Curriculum Theory Series
The question at the heart of the book is what might an education with self-care and care-for-others look like? Juxtaposing self-understanding through the method of currere and the historical character of hakbeolism (a concept indigenous to Korea referring to a kind of social status people achieve based on a shared academic background), this book articulates how subjective reconstruction of self in ... Read more

$92.06 CAD

The question at the heart of the book is what might an education with self-care and care-for-others look like? Juxtaposing self-understanding through the method of currere and the historical character of hakbeolism (a concept indigenous to Korea referring to a kind of social status people achieve based on a shared academic background), this book articulates how subjective reconstruction of self in
... Read more
Students’ Motivations and Emotions in Chinese Science Classrooms

by Xiaoyang Gong ...

The book reviews and examines students’ motivations and emotions in Chinese science classrooms.By adopting different approaches such as content analysis, factor analysis, path analysis, and latent profile analysis, the author analyzes the content of literature, curriculum standards and textbooks, classroom observations, survey data, interview data, and open-ended responses from students and ... Read more

$86.56 CAD

The book reviews and examines students’ motivations and emotions in Chinese science classrooms.By adopting different approaches such as content analysis, factor analysis, path analysis, and latent profile analysis, the author analyzes the content of literature, curriculum standards and textbooks, classroom observations, survey data, interview data, and open-ended responses from students and
... Read more

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