50 Ways to Close the Achievement Gap (Multimedia Kit): A Multimedia Kit for Professional Development

by Carolyn J. Downey, Betty E. Steffy-English, William K. Poston, and Fenwick W. English

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Confronting gaps in school achievement requires a systematic examination of the entire school system and a comprehensive problem-solving approach. Written for school leaders, this completely revised and expanded edition outlines 50 detailed, researched-based strategies for developing high-performing schools.

Emphasizing the provision of equal educational opportunities for all learners, this book is organized around six critical standards:

- Teach a well-crafted, focused, valid, and clear curriculum

- Align assessments, programmes, and instructional resources with curriculum

- Promote student equality and equity

- Focus on mastery learning and effective teaching strategies

- Provide resources for establishing curriculum expectations, monitoring, and accountability

- Institute effective district and school planning, staff development, and resource allocation to create a quality learning environment

With field-tested best practices and an expanded bibliography and research base, this hands-on guide provides school leaders with strategies that give all learners the opportunity to succeed.

  • ISBN10 1412977460
  • ISBN13 9781412977463
  • Publish Date 14 September 2010
  • Publish Status Active
  • Out of Print 5 August 2021
  • Publish Country US
  • Imprint SAGE Publications Inc