Organization & management of education
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Organization & management of education
Hardcover. A little-discussed aspect of the No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB) is a mandate that requires failing schools to hire after-school tutoring companies and to pay them with federal funds. This title takes a hard look at the implications of this blurring of the boundaries between government, schools, and commerce in New York City. Num Pages: 192 pages, 2 tables. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 15. Weight in Grams: 386.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- The University of Chicago Press United States
- Number of pages
- 192
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226451732
- ISBN
- 9780226451732
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 90.61€ 75.95
€ 90.61
€ 75.95
Paperback. An account of the search over the past 100 years or so, to try and discover how educational research might provide reliable prescriptions for the improvement of education. Num Pages: 302 pages, 1 line drawing, 6 tables. BIC Classification: JNA; JNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 154 x 229 x 24. Weight in Grams: 510.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- The University of Chicago Press United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 302
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226467733
- ISBN
- 9780226467733
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Condition: New
€ 34.99€ 27.72
€ 34.99
€ 27.72
Paperback. American high schools have never been under more pressure to reform: student populations are more diverse than ever, resources are limited, and teachers are expected to teach to high standards for all students. With wide-ranging implications, this text looks into teacher communities. Num Pages: 225 pages, 10 line drawings, 8 tables. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JNK; JNLC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 216 x 139 x 15. Weight in Grams: 318.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- The University of Chicago Press United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 225
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226500713
- ISBN
- 9780226500713
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Condition: New
€ 34.99€ 27.64
€ 34.99
€ 27.64
Paperback. Almost fifty years after Brown v Board of Education, research shows that minority students continue to receive an unequal education. At the heart of this inequality is a complex and often conflicted relationship between teachers and civil rights activists. This title traces the tensions between the two groups in New York City over the years. Num Pages: 280 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBBEY; 3JJ; HBTB; JNFR; JNKH; JPVH1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 18. Weight in Grams: 363.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- The University of Chicago Press United States
- Number of pages
- 280
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226660721
- ISBN
- 9780226660721
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Condition: New
€ 37.99€ 30.35
€ 37.99
€ 30.35
Paperback. Num Pages: 576 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: CBG; JNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (XV) Technical / Manuals. Dimension: 228 x 153 x 40. Weight in Grams: 763.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1981
- Publisher
- The University of Chicago Press United States
- Edition
- Second Edition
- Number of pages
- 576
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226720975
- ISBN
- 9780226720975
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 50.97€ 43.95
€ 50.97
€ 43.95
Paperback. Editor(s): Westbury, Ian; Wilkof, Dr. Neil J. Num Pages: 394 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JNA; JNKC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230 x 164 x 25. Weight in Grams: 670.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1982
- Publisher
- The University of Chicago Press
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226741871
- ISBN
- 9780226741871
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 50.99€ 39.42
€ 50.99
€ 39.42
Paperback. Num Pages: 388 pages, Illustrations, 2facsims.,ports. BIC Classification: 1DFG; JNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 278 x 154 x 25. Weight in Grams: 481.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1983
- Publisher
- The University of Chicago Press United States
- Number of pages
- 388
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226793580
- ISBN
- 9780226793580
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Condition: New
€ 45.99€ 35.79
€ 45.99
€ 35.79
Hardback. Synthesizes research on student attrition and on actions institutions can and should take to reduce it. The key to effective retention, Tinto demonstrates, is in a strong commitment to quality education and the building of a strong sense of inclusive educational and social community on campus. Num Pages: 312 pages, 17 tables, 3 line drawings. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JNK; JNM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 165 x 26. Weight in Grams: 658.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Publisher
- The University of Chicago Press
- Edition
- 2nd
- Number of pages
- 312
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226804491
- ISBN
- 9780226804491
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 90.61€ 75.47
€ 90.61
€ 75.47
Paperback. Based on years of observation at a large state university, this title tracks the dispiriting consequences of trading in traditional educational values for loyalty to the market. It provides an account of how higher education's misguided pursuit of success fails us all. Num Pages: 272 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JNK; JNMN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 231 x 152 x 15. Weight in Grams: 372.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- The University of Chicago Press United States
- Edition
- Reprint
- Number of pages
- 272
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226815305
- ISBN
- 9780226815305
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Condition: New
€ 30.99€ 24.01
€ 30.99
€ 24.01
Paperback. Anna Maria van Schurman (1607-1678) was an advocate and exemplar of women's education, this text contains her writings on the defence of women's education, her letters to other learned women, her own account of her early life as well as responses to her work from male contemporaries Translator(s): Irwin, Joyce L. Series: Other Voice in Early Modern Europe. Num Pages: 176 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1D; DNF; HRC; JFSJ1; JNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 155 x 229 x 16. Weight in Grams: 284.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- University of Chicago Press
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 176
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226849997
- ISBN
- 9780226849997
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 33.99€ 26.81
€ 33.99
€ 26.81
Paperback. Vives advocated education for all women, regardless of social class and ability. From childhood through adolescence to marriage and widowhood, this manual offers advice as well as philosophical meditation. Vives stressed that women were intellectually equal if not superior to men. Translator(s): Fantazzi, Charles. Series: Other Voice in Early Modern Europe. Num Pages: 344 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1D; HBJD; HBLH; JFSJ1; JNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 227 x 153 x 24. Weight in Grams: 604.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- University Of Chicago Press
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 344
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226858159
- ISBN
- 9780226858159
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Condition: New
€ 34.99€ 27.56
€ 34.99
€ 27.56
Paperback. What should the "online classroom" mean to teachers? In this collection of essays, some of the most progressive voices in literacy studies reconsider what it means to be literate in the information age, and offer practical advice not only for getting networked computers into the classroom but also for instructing students and other teachers how to tap into their boundless potential. Editor(s): Taylor, Todd; Ward, Irene. Num Pages: 200 pages. BIC Classification: CFC; JNA; JNK; JNV; UDB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 152 x 15. Weight in Grams: 272.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- Columbia University Press United States
- Edition
- 0th Edition
- Number of pages
- 200
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780231113311
- ISBN
- 9780231113311
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Condition: New
€ 37.99€ 28.10
€ 37.99
€ 28.10
Hardback. In the tradition of Ruskin and Arnold, here's a witty, elegant essay on the contemporary academy by a renowned teacher, scholar, and former administrator. Num Pages: 224 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 2AB; DSB; HBTB; JNK; JNV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 160 x 22. Weight in Grams: 454.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1999
- Publisher
- Columbia University Press United States
- Edition
- 0th Edition
- Number of pages
- 224
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780231115223
- ISBN
- 9780231115223
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 56.63€ 44.71
€ 56.63
€ 44.71
Hardcover. * Continues a unique "Through The New Teacher's Eyes" feature covering each chapter's main topic from the perspective of three new teachers from diverse backgrounds and teaching in different (elementary, middle, and high school) environments. Num Pages: 576 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 241 x 190 x 27. Weight in Grams: 988.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 8th Edition
- Number of pages
- 576
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470087589
- ISBN
- 9780470087589
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 234.40€ 219.53
€ 234.40
€ 219.53
Hardcover. Written for anyone who works with graduate students to support their teaching efforts in American research universities, this book draws on the extensive experience of professional educators who represent a variety of programs throughout the United States. Editor(s): Ross, Catherine; Dunphy, Jane. Series: JB-Anker. Num Pages: 208 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: JNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 233 x 157 x 19. Weight in Grams: 370.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 208
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470180822
- ISBN
- 9780470180822
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 44.25
€ 44.25
Paperback. An annual publication of the Professional and Organizational Development Network in Higher Education (POD), To Improve the Academy offers a resource for improvement in higher education to faculty and instructional development staff, department chairs, faculty, deans, student services staff, chief academic officers, and educational consultants. Editor(s): Robertson, Douglas Reimondo; Nilson, Linda B. Series: JB-Anker. Num Pages: 384 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JNK; JNM; JNT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 227 x 161 x 27. Weight in Grams: 468.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 384
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470180884
- ISBN
- 9780470180884
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Condition: New
€ 40.99€ 40.64
€ 40.99
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Hardcover. * The primary resource on implementing programs to address the "sophomore slump" * Examines what second-year students need, and what best practices will meet their needs * Focused on issues of retention, academic and career development, and personal transition and growth
. Num Pages: 336 pages, , black & white tables. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JNKS; JNM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 241 x 183 x 27. Weight in Grams: 704.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Jossey-Bass
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 336
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470192757
- ISBN
- 9780470192757
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 49.10
€ 49.10
Paperback. Safe School Ambassadors is an essential guide for school administrators, counselors, teachers, parents, and youth organization leaders. It challenges the current "outside-in" thinking that keeping schools safe is accomplished primarily by adults through heightened security and stricter policies. Num Pages: 352 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JNHB; JNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 191 x 233 x 18. Weight in Grams: 612.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 352
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470197424
- ISBN
- 9780470197424
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Condition: New
€ 20.99€ 17.65
€ 20.99
€ 17.65
Paperback. This comprehensive book focuses squarely on academic portfolios, which may prove to be the most innovative and promising faculty evaluation and development technique in years. The authors identify key issues, red flag warnings, and benchmarks for success, describing the what, why, and how of developing academic portfolios. Num Pages: 384 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JNKH; JNM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 227 x 153 x 26. Weight in Grams: 464.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 384
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470256992
- ISBN
- 9780470256992
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Condition: New
€ 46.68
€ 46.68
Paperback. Designing and Assessing Courses and Curricula reflects the most current knowledge and practice in course and curriculum design and connects this knowledge with the critical task of assessing learning outcomes at both course and curricular levels. Num Pages: 512 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JNKC; JNM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 279 x 216 x 27. Weight in Grams: 1206.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 3rd Revised edition
- Number of pages
- 512
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470261347
- ISBN
- 9780470261347
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 54.53
€ 54.53