Michael Q Mcshane (249 results)

Paperback. Condition: Good. Education has the potential to open incredible doors of opportunity for students. Yet despite unprecedented levels of public school funding and numerous reforms, far too many young people in America's school system today never enjoy the opportunities afforded to students by a quality education. In Education and Opportunity, Michael McShane proposes a market-based approach to education--one that fosters innovation and encourages competition, through charter schools, education savings accounts, and school choice. However, liberalization of the system is not enough. As with any sector of the economy moving from public monopoly to market control, effective stabilizing measures and supporting institutions are also necessary if the system is to be successful. McShane lays out a comprehensive, compelling case for education reform that encourages a marketplace of education options. With new, innovative schooling options, Americans can ensure that their children will receive the high-quality education that is essential for their success.…

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Paperback. Condition: Fair. Examines the contexts in which new initiatives in education are taking shape. The contributors inquire into the impact of entrepreneurship on the larger field - including the development and deployment of new technologies - and analyse the incentives, barriers, opportunities, and tensions that support or constrain innovation. …

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Paperback. Condition: Good. Examines the shifting federal role in education across the presidential administrations of George W. Bush and Barack Obama. While the administrations were vastly different, one thing remained constant: an ongoing and significant expansion of the federal role in education.

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Paperback. Condition: Good. Education has the potential to open incredible doors of opportunity for students. Yet despite unprecedented levels of public school funding and numerous reforms, far too many young people in America's school system today never enjoy the opportunities afforded to students by a quality education. In Education and Opportunity, Michael McShane proposes a market-based approach to education--one that fosters innovation and encourages competition, through charter schools, education savings accounts, and school choice. However, liberalization of the system is not enough. As with any sector of the economy moving from public monopoly to market control, effective stabilizing measures and supporting institutions are also necessary if the system is to be successful. McShane lays out a comprehensive, compelling case for education reform that encourages a marketplace of education options. With new, innovative schooling options, Americans can ensure that their children will receive the high-quality education that is essential for their success.…

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Paperback. Condition: Fair. Examines the contexts in which new initiatives in education are taking shape. The contributors inquire into the impact of entrepreneurship on the larger field - including the development and deployment of new technologies - and analyse the incentives, barriers, opportunities, and tensions that support or constrain innovation. …

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Paperback. Condition: Good. Examines the shifting federal role in education across the presidential administrations of George W. Bush and Barack Obama. While the administrations were vastly different, one thing remained constant: an ongoing and significant expansion of the federal role in education.

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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. How can the Common Core complement and not conflict with school improvement efforts already at work across the United States? How can it be seamlessly integrated into accountability systems, teacher preparation and development, charter schools, and educational technology? This timely volume brings together prominent scholars and policy analysts to examine the pressing issues that will mark Common Core implementation. Whether or not you agree with the standards, the Common Core is coming, and this book will help policymakers, practitioners, and other stakeholders anticipate the challenges and take steps to address them.…

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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. How can the Common Core complement and not conflict with school improvement efforts already at work across the United States? How can it be seamlessly integrated into accountability systems, teacher preparation and development, charter schools, and educational technology? This timely volume brings together prominent scholars and policy analysts to examine the pressing issues that will mark Common Core implementation. Whether or not you agree with the standards, the Common Core is coming, and this book will help policymakers, practitioners, and other stakeholders anticipate the challenges and take steps to address them.…

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. It's a well-cared-for item that has seen limited use. The item may show minor signs of wear. All the text is legible, with all pages included. It may have slight markings and/or highlighting.

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