Challenges of Implementing a New Curriculum
Building an Effective, Aligned Curriculum
Developing Diverse Instructional Materials
Narrowing the Curriculum
Implementing Site-Based Management
Achieving Deep Curriculum Alignment
Next Steps
Align, Monitor, and Manage the Curriculum Self-Evaluation Rubric
Chapter 9: Create a Culture of Data and Assessment Literacy
The Old World of Public Education
The New World of Public Education
Data Literacy: Start With a Focus on Data
Go Beyond Mandated Tests
Build Student, School, and District Profiles
Student Profiles
School and District Profiles
Assessment for Learning
Building Student Confidence
Sound Classroom Assessment
We’re All in This Together: Use Data to Embed Assessment in All Aspects of Teaching and Learning
Next Steps
Create a Culture of Assessment and Data Literacy Self-Evaluation Rubric
Chapter 10: Build and Sustain Instructional Capacity
The Old World of Public Education
The New World of Public Education
Building Instructional Program Coherence
Use Collaboration and Teamwork
Set Instructional Benchmarks to Focus and Drive Learning
Create a Model That Fits
Research-Based Instructional Practices
Study Groups
Lesson Study
Differentiated Instruction
Strategies for English Language Learners
Student-Led Conferences
Action Research
Attention to Multiple Intelligences, Relevance, and Active Learning
Success for All Students
Next Steps
Build and Sustain Instructional Capacity Self-Evaluation Rubric
Chapter 11: Reorganize Time, Space, and Transitions
The Old World of Public Education
The New World of Public Education
Provide Extra Instructional Time
Start Early
Reorganize the School Day and Week
Extend the School Day
Extend the School Year
Create Small, Supportive Learning Communities
Establish Small Learning Environments and Alternative Schools
Provide Effective and Successful Transitions
The Power of Reorganizing Time, Space, and Transitions
Next Steps
Reorganize Time, Space, and Transitions Self-Evaluation Rubric
Chapter 12: Educating the Kids Left Behind: A Matter of Personal Conscience
Fulfilling the Revolution: Civil Rights for All
Eight Components of High-Performing, High-Poverty Schools Self-Evaluation Rubric
Appendix A: The PLC Continuum
Appendix B: NSDC Standards for Staff Development
References
Electronic Resources
About the Authors
Robert D. Barr, Ph.D., is a nationally recognized scholar, speaker, and author who has been quoted in the New York Times and has appeared on national television programs such as Firing Line with William Buckley, ABC Evening News With Peter Jennings, and the O’Reilly Factor. Dr. Barr has served as an expert witness at many state and federal trials and has presented testimony to subcommittees of the U.S. Congress. His work in teacher education has earned three national awards for excellence in teacher education: the AACTE Distinguished Achievement Award, the AASA Showcase of Excellence Award, and the Theodore Mitou Award. Dr. Barr has had extensive international experience as well.
Dr. Barr is the former director of teacher education at Indiana University and dean of the College of Education at Oregon State University. He is currently senior analyst for the Center for School Improvement and Policy Studies, where he directs a project funded by the J. A. and Kathryn Albertson Foundation on the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards. Dr. Barr has authored or coauthored eight books.
William H. Parrett, Ph.D., is the director of the Center for School Improvement and Policy Studies, where he coordinates funded projects and reform initiatives that exceed $1.2 million annually. He has received international recognition for his work in school improvement, small schools, and alternative education, and for his efforts to help youth at risk. He consults with state departments, boards of education, state and regional service providers, and school districts in 35 states and 8 nations. His professional experiences include public school and university teaching, curriculum design, principalships, college leadership, and media production. Dr. Parrett holds a Ph.D. in secondary education from Indiana University and is currently a professor of education at Boise State University.
Dr. Parrett is the author or coauthor of eight books and numerous contributions to national publications and international and national conferences. His documentary, Heart of the Country (1998), was nominated for the Pare Lorentz Award at the 1999 International Documentary Awards and has won the Award of Commendation from the American Anthropological Association, a Gold Apple Award from the National Education Media Network Festival, a National CINE Golden Eagle Award, and a Judges’ Award at the 24th
