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No Excuses! How to Increase Minority Student Achievement (Secondary Edition)


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Catalogue Number:  991028DV
Producer:  School Improvement Network
Subject:  Professional Development
Language:  ENGLISH
Grade Level:  Teachers/Educators
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Copyright Year:  2006
Rights:  PPR

With this dynamic program, all teachers and administrators will expand their ability to reach students from diverse backgrounds as they

· Meet the learning requirements of all students.
· Gain insight into the unique characteristics of African American, Latino, Native American, Asian, Middle Eastern, and Pacific Islander students.
· Develop strategies and classroom practices to maximize learning among each group.
· Explore ways to design instruction that helps each student make connections to the curriculum, so learning becomes meaningful and relevant.
· Address beliefs, biases, and expectations.
· Develop the ability to make necessary adjustments in the learning for individual students.
· Observe schools and teachers who have "figured it out," and have proven track records.

The 4 Powerful Programs in each edition include:

Program 1 Closing the Achievement Gap
Introductory program designed for use with all stakeholders, board members, the community, administrators, teachers, and staff.
Introducing 10 schools that have closed their achievement gaps, and the Equity Framework, based on the practices of the successful schools that have an attitude of, "No Excuses."

The additional programs comprise the key components of the Equity Framework, a comprehensive model for school improvement.

Program 2 Leadership
No Excuses begin with leaders, both administrators and teachers, who build equity, provide clear vision and direction, create accountability and sustain innovation.
Program 3 School Culture
Create a culture of success by institutionalizing high expectations, a clear focus on students, safe and motivating environment, and strong collaboration among all staff.
Program 4 Teaching and Learning
Engage students in a rigorous, standard's-driven, culturally relevant curriculum. Use assessment data to modify teaching and guide interventions.


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