Lessons from Restructuring Experiences

Download or read book Lessons from Restructuring Experiences written by Nancy E. Hoffman and published by SUNY Press. This book was released on 1997-01-01 with total page 338 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Intended for readers interested in establishing or assessing collaborative reform efforts, the book is organized in three units. The first provides an overview that will enhance readers' understanding of professional development schools and school restructuring. The authors review and highlight important concepts and processes in collaborative restructuring. The second unit brings the concepts and processes of collaborative change to life by sharing the stories of teachers and administrators in elementary and secondary professional development schools. The third unit addresses the complex issue of assessing the outcomes of restructuring in both schools and the university.