Definition In 1986, Stanford University introduced the concept of accelerated schools, an approach designed to create success for all students by closing the achievement gap between at-risk and mainstream children. The idea is to radically change individual schools by redesigning … Continue reading
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Definition In concept, a charter school is a self-governing, publicly funded school that the community holds accountable for the results it produces–such as student learning–rather than for its compliance with school board or government rules and regulations. A charter school … Continue reading
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Definition Total Quality schools apply the principles and practices of Total Quality Management to their administrative and instructional functions. Basic Elements When introduced in schools, the Total Quality process usually involves a combination of the following elements:
Read MoreDefinition Portfolio assessment provides a body of student work–essentially, a portfolio–that can be used to appraise student performance over time. Discussion Portfolio assessment ranges from portfolios that demonstrates the student’s best work to an “expanded student record” that holds a … Continue reading
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Definition Classroom Assessment Techniques consist of a variety of feedback and discussion methods that gauge the quality of the learning process. Basic Element Classroom Assessment Techniques (CATs), also known as Classroom Research or Action Research, are a series of tools … Continue reading
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