What works in schools : translating research into action - Marzano, Robert J. (Alexandria, Va. : Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development, 2003)
Introducing the best of times -- The school-level factors -- A guaranteed and viable curriculum -- Challenging goals and effective feedback -- Parent and community involvement -- Safe and orderly environment -- Collegiality and professionalism -- The teacher-level factors -- Instructional strategies -- Classroom management -- Classroom curriculum design -- The student-level factors -- Home environment -- Learned intelligence and background knowledge -- Student motivation -- Implementing the model -- Using the model -- The critical role of leadership.
Includes bibliographical references (p. 193-207) and index.
Keywords: School improvement programs; Teaching; Academic achievement