Restructuring Around Standards: A Practitioner′s Guide to Design and Implementation

"Outlines an implementation plan that is clear and effective. It will be very useful as a guide." J. Kevin Lordon, Principal Mt. Lebanon Junior High School, Pittsburgh "An exemplary description of what must happen in every district, school, and classroom." Ben A. Birdsell, President Association for Effective Schools, Inc., Stuyvesant, New York "Extremely valuable. An excellent resource for administrators as they begin to implement a change process in their districts. The step-by-step procedures can jump-start' the change." Patricia M. DiRienzo, Staff Developer and Curriculum Specialist Allegheny Intermediate Unit, Pittsburgh Are you looking to implement standards-based curriculum? Here's a practical, hands-on guide to take you through the process of developing and implementing standards for your school or district. Foriska brings together the tips and techniques you need to change the fundamentals of education in your school or district. You'll learn how to: Zoom in on the learner Build your curriculum's strength and quality Improve how your teachers teach your school's curriculum Focus on the vital roles of teacher and student