Andy Hargreaves

Discover how to build a more democratic and equitable society through education challenges in this powerful and honest book. Editor Michael Soskil brings together a team of diverse voices to highlight solutions and spark positive change towards a more civil and peaceful America. Learn from inspiring educators on how to elevate teacher expertise, educate the whole child, increase teacher morale, and fight for equitable opportunity and quality schools.

This resource is a must-have guide for educational leaders looking to develop a strategy for improvement. With a practical framework and key takeaways, this book provides the tools necessary for creating a strong plan for continuous improvement. It helps readers understand why effective strategic planning is crucial, what it should contain, and how to engage in meaningful dialogue throughout the process. Whether you're a superintendent, central office staff member, principal, or teacher leader, this book will help you breathe new life into your strategic planning.

Miseducation by Diane Reay is a thought-provoking examination of the education system and its impact on social class in the 21st century. Through over 500 interviews, Reay delves into the experiences of working class children and young people, exploring class identity, social mobility, and the unequal treatment of different social classes in education. This book offers a compelling analysis of why working classes continue to fare worse than their upper and middle class counterparts and proposes actionable solutions for a fairer system.

Discover the inspiring story of a group of citizens fighting back against those who believe America's schools should be run like businesses with teachers incentivized with threats and bonuses. From Diane Ravitch, an expert in education and history, learn about the "Disrupters" who aim to privatize public education and the "Resisters" who have successfully kept their schools alive, despite the opposition from corporations, foundations, and powerful individuals. Explore the facts behind the failed promises of higher test scores and the disappointing outcomes of the Common Core program, and be inspired by the courage and determination of those who believe in the power of public education.

Explore Singapore's successful education transformation in Learning from Singapore. This book dives into the challenges and successes of the country's education system, from policy makers to practitioners and teacher trainers. Discover how context and culture influence education policy formulation and implementation, and learn about the paradoxical positions that have shaped Singapore's approach. As Singapore continues to reform its system, experience the creative tensions generated by co-existing philosophies, centralization and decentralization, and more. Learning from Singapore brings a new perspective to education systems around the world and encourages hope for future generations.