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1	Essential 55: An Award-Winning Educator's Rules for Discovering the Successful Student in Every Child more books like this by Ron Clark By helping students turn themselves into scholars, the 2001 Disney Teacher of the Year found that his "Essential 55" lessons can apply to anyone who considers life to be a learning experience. These lessons can prepare parents and educators to teach students the rules of life--everything from knowing how to say thank you to acing an interview. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $5.25! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
2	Water is Wide more books like this by Pat Conroy This is the moving and true tale of Pat Conroy's experiences teaching black children on an impoverished and isolated island off the coast of South Carolina. The book was made into the movie "Conrack", starring Jon Voight. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $3.15! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
3	Affirming Diversity: The Sociopolitical Context of Multicultural Education more books like this by Sonia Nieto In this revision of her best-selling book, author Sonia Nieto explores the meaning, necessity, and benefits of multicultural education for students of all backgrounds. The book looks at how personal, social, political, cultural, and educational factors affect the success or failure of students in today's classroom. Expanding upon the popular case ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $18.00! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
4	Pedagogy of the Oppressed: 30th Anniversary Edition more books like this by Paulo Freire, Donaldo P Macedo (Introduction by) With an new introduction to Freire's life and the impact of this book by writer and Freire confidant and authority Donaldo Macedo, this anniversary edition will inspire a new generation of educators, students, and general readers. see all copies from $15.93! new only from $19.35! \| SVS
5	We Can't Teach What We Don't Know: White Teachers, Multiracial Schools more books like this by Gary R Howard Focusing on what good teachers know, what they do, and how they embrace culturally responsive teaching, Howard brings his bestselling book completely up to date with today's school reform efforts. It includes a new Introduction and a new chapter that speak directly to current issues such as closing the achievement gap, and to recent legislation ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $13.95! \| first editions \| SVS
6	Pedagogy of the oppressed more books like this by Paulo Freire This is Paolo Freire's classic text on education and liberation. see all copies from $4.78! new only from $14.61! \| first editions
7	Multicultural Education in a Pluralistic Society more books like this by Donna M Gollnick This highly acclaimed book helps future teachers understand the issues of multiculturalism and teaches them how to apply multicultural teaching methods to create more effective classroom instruction. Looking at the classroom through a non-biased, non-sexist scope, this book provides specific recommendations to reach all children with equal and ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $29.94! \| first editions
8	American Education more books like this by Joel Spring American Education---now in its ninth edition---continues its mission of providing a fresh, concise, and up-to-date introduction to the historical, political, social, and legal foundations of education and to the profession of teaching. Organized by topic, the text integrates historical, sociological and philosophical questions throughout. Like ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $4.50! \| first editions \| SVS
9	Whatever It Takes: How Professional Learning Communities Respond When Kids Don't Learn more books like this by Richard DuFour, Rebecca DuFour, Robert Eaker see all copies from $19.03! new only from $19.03! \| SVS
10	Multicultural Education: Issues and Perspectives more books like this by James A Banks, Cherry A Mcgee Banks Today's classrooms are more diverse than ever before. In order to reach these students, educators must be aware of the issues facing their various cultural, racial, ethnic, and language groups. Focusing on the pertinent issues in multicultural education, this new edition raises these critical issues and facilitates meaningful discussion. It has ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $16.99! \| first editions \| SVS
11 view cover	Teaching to Transgress: Education as the Practice of Freedom more books like this by Bell Hooks Widely admired as a leading black intellectual, hooks is also an inspired teacher. Here, she offers her ideas about teaching that fundamentally rethink democratic participation. These essays face squarely the problems of today's classrooms, including racism and sexism. Ms. hooks sees the gift of freedom--the freedom to think critically--as a ... see all copies from $14.50! new only from $20.33! \| SVS
12	Preparing instructional objectives more books like this by Robert Frank Mager see all copies from $1.99! new only from $4.50! \| first editions
13 view cover	Inside American Education: The Decline, the Deception, the Dogmas more books like this by Thomas Sowell Our educational establishment - a vast tax-supported empire existing quasi-independently within American society - is morally and intellectually bankrupt, charges distinguished economist and social critic Thomas Sowell. And in this top-to-bottom tour of the mismanaged institutions, cynical leadership, and tendentious programs of American education ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $5.15! \| first editions \| SVS
14 view cover	The Schools Our Children Deserve: Moving Beyond Traditional Classrooms and "Tougher Standards" more books like this by Alfie Kohn Author Alfie Kohn discusses why standardized testing is a dangerous practice--instead of helping students become active thinkers, the tests make students "walking repositories of knowledge;" they merely memorize and answer questions by rote. He also posits that standardized testing does not prepare students for the real world, nor does it allow ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $3.80! \| first editions \| SVS
15 view cover	The Educated Child: A Parents Guide from Preschool Through Eighth Grade more books like this by Dr. William J Bennett, Chester E Finn, Jr., John T E Cribb, Jr. This straightforward guide tells parents how to define educational goals for their children and actively participate in making these goals a reality, especially during the years the author sees as the most pivotal--kindergarten through the eighth grade. After asserting that parental involvement is crucial to a child's academic success, this ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $6.95! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
16 view cover	The aims of education & other essays more books like this by Alfred North Whitehead see all copies from $3.22! new only from $5.05! \| first editions \| SVS
17 view cover	The Excellent 11: Qualities Teachers and Parents Use to Motivate, Inspire, and Educate Children more books like this by Ron Clark Using themes ranging from adventure, ingenuity, and humor to dedication, creativity, and love, Clark provides a road map for both parents and teachers who want to enrich their children's learning experiences. (Education) see all copies from $1.99! new only from $4.89! \| first editions \| SVS
18 view cover	Taking Sides: Clashing Views on Controversial Educational Issues more books like this by James W Noll This debate-style reader is designed to introduce students to controversies in education. The issues reflect viewpoints on fundamental issues such as: should school attendance be compelled; can charter schools revitalize public education and do school uniforms promote safety and improve discipline. For additional support on this title, visit our ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $2.59! \| first editions \| SVS
19 view cover	The Excellent 11: Qualitites Teachers and Parents Use to Motivate, Inspire, and Educate Children more books like this by Ron Clark Now in paperback comes the national bestseller that's changing America, one student at a time. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| first editions \| SVS
20 view cover	Failure Is Not an Option(tm): Six Principles That Guide Student Achievement in High-Performing Schools more books like this by Alan M Blankstein " "Failure Is Not an Option is a deeply passionate call to arms, combined with the wherewithal to take systematic, continuous, and effective action. A must read for all those interested in reform because it is simultaneously inspiring and practical.""From the Foreword by Michael Fullan, DeanOntario Institute for Studies in Education, University of ... see all copies from $19.99! new only from $21.96! \| first editions \| SVS
21 view cover	Human Diversity in Education: An Integrative Approach more books like this by Kenneth Cushner Human Diversity in Education: An Integrative Approach is a research-based, comprehensive text designed to provide an introduction to multicultural education and diversity in society. The text prepares future teachers for the wide diversity of students that they are certain to meet in their classrooms, schools, and communities. It provides an ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $24.28! \| first editions
22 view cover	Critical Pedagogy: Notes from the Real World more books like this by Joan Wink They are the ones who taught me to learn, to relearn, and to unlearn. I went to Benson, Arizona, in the mid-1970s thinking, 'I will teach; they will learn.' It seems so simple. It was not. They taught me that teaching is learning. This book is to show you can make a difference. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $13.03! \| first editions \| SVS
23 view cover	Foundations of Dual Language Instruction more books like this by Judith Lessow-Hurley "The Foundations of Dual Language Instruction" is a practical book that examines the basic social, political, historical, and educational foundations of teaching second language learners. This outstanding book is simply written and accessible to beginners. The author takes an objective look at dual language instruction and examines its different ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $26.00!
24 view cover	Results: The Key to Continuous School Improvement more books like this by Michael J Schmoker see all copies from $10.00! new only from $20.95! \| SVS
25 view cover	Motivating Students Who Don't Care: Successful Techniques for Educators more books like this by Allen N Mendler, Randi Moody (Illustrator) see all copies from $5.42! new only from $7.05! \| SVS

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