Big-City School Reforms: Lessons from New York, Toronto, and London
By Unknown Author.
Description
Big cities have mostly failed in their efforts to reform public schools. This book shows why--and offers a framework for achieving future success. Fullan and Boyle, internationally renowned thinkers on school change, demonstrate that while the educational challenges of big cities can be overwhelming, they are not insurmountable. They identify six essential ''push'' and ''pull'' actions that can enable big school systems to improve student achievement.Leaders need to push to challenge the status quo, convey a high sense of urgency, and have the courage...
ISBN(s)
0807755184, 9780807755181