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Little, Judith Warren; Gearhart, Maryl; Curry, Marnie; Kafka, Judith – Phi Delta Kappan, 2003
Describes several projects that have enabled teachers to leave the isolation of their own classrooms and think together about student work in the broader contexts of school improvement and professional development. (Contains 18 references.) (Author/MLF)
Descriptors: Collegiality, Educational Improvement, Elementary Secondary Education, Professional Development
Tye, Barbara B. – Phi Delta Kappan, 1987
Juxtaposes two concepts--the deep structure of schooling (based on controlling students) and schools' distinct personalities--to examine problems involving change and resistance to change in American education. Schools' custodial role influences restrictive classroom design and discipline policies. Genuine school improvement must happen at a deep…
Descriptors: Administrative Organization, Classroom Environment, Educational Change, Educational Improvement
Beyer, Barry K. – Phi Delta Kappan, 1982
Exposes four myths that undermine efforts to improve writing and writing instruction in U.S. schools. Discusses the importance of teacher attitudes and proposes five methods for encouraging teachers to use and demand good writing. Explains three ways students can use writing to enhance subject matter learning. (Author/PGD)
Descriptors: Change Strategies, Classroom Techniques, Educational Improvement, Elementary Secondary Education
