Effective Schools Research: Practice and Promise

Effective Schools Research: Practice and Promise
ISBN-10
0873672763
ISBN-13
9780873672764
Category
Education / General
Pages
53
Language
English
Published
1988
Publisher
Phi Delta Kappa Educational Foundation
Author
Arthur W. Steller

Description

This booklet presents the concept of school effectiveness, the factors associated with effectiveness, and supporting research. Six factors of school effectiveness are discussed: (1) strong instructional leadership by the principal; (2) clear instructional focus; (3) high expectations and standards; (4) safe and orderly climate; (5) frequent monitoring of student achievement; and (6) active parent involvement. Included is a chapter on the current debate surrounding the effective schools movement. Fifty-four references are included. (SI)

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