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An Ethnographic Interpretation Of Latino Perspectives On Family Engagement In Education, Mary Beth Pollema Nov 2021

An Ethnographic Interpretation Of Latino Perspectives On Family Engagement In Education, Mary Beth Pollema

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In this period of intense demographic change and educational reform that strongly emphasizes the imperative of family engagement, yet implicates minority culture parents as not being involved, it behooves the field of education to take a closer look at the rigidity that schools utilize in their normalized perceptions and practices of parental involvement. Effective involvement can consist of a number of different activities, but only a few are acknowledged in educational discourse. Therefore, it is important to hear the perspectives of families of other cultures in order to bring to light new understanding that will assist schools in building stronger …


Contentious Conversations, Leah A. Zuidema Sep 2011

Contentious Conversations, Leah A. Zuidema

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The idea of joining a conversation through reading and writing is not new; in his 1941 book "The Philosophy of Literary Form: Studies in Symbolic Action," Kenneth Burke suggests that the acts of reading and writing are like entering a parlor where others are already conversing. The author explores the place of professional debate within NCTE and in the pages of "English Journal". Regardless, by reading these pages, one is entering into a conversation that is already underway.


Describing Instruction: The Role Of Learning Theory, Paul Moes Sep 1984

Describing Instruction: The Role Of Learning Theory, Paul Moes

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Developmental Considerations For A Theory Of Instruction, Ken Bussema Sep 1984

Developmental Considerations For A Theory Of Instruction, Ken Bussema

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From Theory To Instruction: Implications For Christian Schools, Gloria Goris Stronks Jun 1984

From Theory To Instruction: Implications For Christian Schools, Gloria Goris Stronks

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How Does Johnny Learn?, Gerald Bouma Dec 1980

How Does Johnny Learn?, Gerald Bouma

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