Dr. Dennis Shirley je uznávaným odborníkom na vzdelávanie, ktorého práca siaha od podpory začínajúcich učiteľov až po navrhovanie a riadenie rozsiahlych výskumných projektov pre školské obvody a neziskové organizácie. Jeho výskum sa zameriava na zlepšovanie výsledkov žiakov a transformáciu výučby, pričom jeho zistenia boli prezentované v medzinárodne publikovaných dielach. Shirleyho prístup je založený na spolupráci a praktickej aplikácii v školách s cieľom dosiahnuť hmatateľné zlepšenia. Jeho rozsiahle skúsenosti zahŕňajú vedenie projektov so významným financovaním a spoluprácu s rôznymi vzdelávacími inštitúciami po celom svete.
A chronicle of the collision between educational reformer Paul Geheeb, who founded the Odenwaldschule, and fascist ideology during Hitler's rise to power. By examining one individual's story it shows how education in general, and progressive education in particular, fared in Nazi Germany.
The book examines the crisis in urban schools, emphasizing the need for reform efforts to recognize the interconnectedness of schools and their surrounding communities. It critiques the common approach of viewing schools as isolated entities, advocating for a more integrated perspective that considers the political and social realities influencing education. By addressing these broader contexts, the book aims to propose more effective solutions for the challenges faced by urban educational systems.
Focusing on enhancing student well-being, this resource offers innovative strategies for educators, leaders, and policymakers. It presents actionable insights aimed at creating a supportive school environment, addressing the needs of students, and promoting mental health and resilience within educational settings.
Focusing on community organizing and activism, this book examines the potential of public schools to educate children in economically disadvantaged areas, specifically the Rio Grande Valley of South Texas. It challenges the trend toward privatization and market-based reforms, showcasing how grassroots efforts have led to remarkable academic improvements. By highlighting successful local initiatives, the book advocates for strengthening public education as a viable solution for supporting poor and working-class communities.
Focusing on the need for transformative educational practices, this work advocates for a shift away from standardized testing and competitive market models in schools. It emphasizes the importance of fostering environments that nurture critical and independent thinking in all students, aiming to reshape educational priorities to better serve diverse learning needs. The book presents a vision for educational change that prioritizes holistic development over rigid metrics.
Die detaillierte Fallstudie beschreibt die Leitung der Odenwaldschule nach der Machtergreifung 1933 und analysiert den Konflikt zwischen Paul Geheeb und den Nationalsozialisten.