Full Description
R Murray Thomas uses inertia theory to describe how educational reform efforts work or don't work in schools.He also uses case studies of reform efforts to illustrate the five themes that emerge from applying inertia to education.The examples are of situations common to most educational settings.The lessons from each example can be applied to a wide range of settings to help educators avoid the pitfalls common to reform efforts.It's a quick and easy read that can be absorbed all at once, or can be used as a reference for specific case studies that apply to each educator's need.
Contents
PrefaceAbout the Author1. Inertia Theory in Education2. System ParticipantsPART II: THE TEACHING/LEARNING SYSTEM3. Learning Objectives4. Teachers Methods and Materials5. Evaluation TechniquesPART III: THE INTERNAL SUPPORT SYSTEM6. Policy-Making7. Management8. ServicesPART IV: THE EXTERNAL SUPPORT SYSTEM9. Cultural Traditions10. Political Forces11. Economic ConditionsPART V: A PRACTICAL USE FOR INERTIA THEORY12. Applying Inertia Theory to EducationReferencesIndex
