Power Point Presentations for Each Chapter of SuperVision and Instructional Leadership: A Developmental Approach

Carl D. Glickman Stephen P. Gordon Jovita M. Ross-Gordon

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Chapter 2: The Norm: Why Schools Are As They Are

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The Legacy of the One-Room Schoolhouse

Based on your own experiences and observations, which of the following characteristics do you believe are present in todays schools and in your school?
Isolation Psychological Dilemma & Frustration Routine Inadequate Induction of Beginning Teachers Inadequate Resources Sink-or-swim Mentality Inequity

Unstaged Career Lack of Dialogue about Instruction Lack of Involvement in Curriculum & Instructional Decisions Lack of Shared Technical Culture Conservatism
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Viewing School Culture in the Context of the Larger Culture Millions of children in the U.S. live in poverty without proper health care. Most U.S. schools are underfunded. Poorly regulated child-care centers damage childrens creativity and development. The federal government provides inadequate funding for students with disabilities.
( Thomas & Bainbridge, 2002)
Thomas,M.D., & Bainbridge,W.L. 2002. No Child Left Behind: Facts and fallacies. Phi Delta Kappan, 83, 781-782.
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Societal Problems
Many of the social evils that have long victimized so many of our citizens are still present, and still harming our nations children. These include: racism, classism, sexism, homophobia, and religious prejudice. How should schools address the societal problems that impinge on our childrens growth and development?

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Political Action
Form partnerships with parents, the community, nearby universities, and the corporate sector. Work with the media. Communicate concerns to state and national legislators. Educate fellow citizens and policy makers on critical issues. Continuously critique school structures, curriculum, instruction, and assessment practices. Develop schools as moral communities characterized by democratic learning.

What other ways can you become involved?

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Practitioner Reflection: Peace as a New Environmental Norm

How does the author believe that peace can be created in a school? How do you believe peace can be created in a school?

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