This book explores an approach to school improvement that merges
the traditions of educational effectiveness research and school
improvement efforts. It displays how the dynamic model, which is
theoretical and empirically validated, can be used in both
traditions. Each chapter integrates evidence from international and
national studies, showing how the knowledge-base of educational
effectiveness research can be used for improvement purposes. In a
clear and practicable manner it outlines:
- Foundations of the improvement approach
- Research projects investigating the impact of the dynamic
approach
- Guidelines and practical solutions to translating the approach
into action
- Further developments for school improvement
Exploring the crucial factors in the establishment of this
environment, the authors outline a dynamic framework that helps
schools collect data, through self-evaluation mechanisms, taking
decisions about priorities for improvement, and developing
appropriate policies and action plans. This approach emphasises
educational targets and provides means to achieve them that are
flexible enough to fit in with the circumstances of the individual
school. The book draws upon research across the world, conducted
especially in the United States, Europe, and Australasia, expertly
showcasing how the dynamic approach can be used in a wide variety
of educational settings
A key book for all professionals working in education;
academics, researchers, policy-makers, school advisors and
practitioners will find it invaluable. Not only it is a must for
graduate students, university libraries, and individual academics
but also for school management teams, school support agencies and
officials in educational policy.
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