Tyranny of the textbook [electronic resource] : an insider exposes how educational materials undermine reforms / Beverlee Jobrack.
Jobrack, Beverlee.
2012
LB3047 .J64 2012eb
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Title Tyranny of the textbook [electronic resource] : an insider exposes how educational materials undermine reforms / Beverlee Jobrack.
Author Jobrack, Beverlee.
ISBN 9781442211438 (electronic book)
9781442211414
Publication Details Lanham, Md. : Rowman & Littlefield Publishers, 2012.
Language English
Description 1 online resource (xx, 242 p.) : ill.
Call Number LB3047 .J64 2012eb
Dewey Decimal Classification 371.3/2
Summary "In Tyranny of the Textbook, a retired educational director, gives a fascinating look behind-the-scenes of how K-12 textbooks are developed, written, adopted, and sold. Readers will come to understand why all the reform efforts have failed. Most importantly, the author clearly spells out how the system can change so that reforms and standards have a shot at finally being effective"-- Provided by publisher.
Bibliography, etc. Note Includes bibliographical references and index.
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Introduction
The most effective curriculum materials are rarely adopted
The educational publishing business and profit motive
Educational materials publishing : players, process, and priorities
Standards and testing don't increase student achievement
Why technology hasn't improved student achievement
Why teacher education and professional development don't improve student achievement
Rising above the plateau
Chronology : major initiatives in standards development.

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