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February 2005 | Volume 62 | Number 5
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Differing philosophies can lead to a wide range of valid practices.
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Valerie Chrisman
Principals are the ones who set the bar for student achievement.
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Georgea M. Langer and Amy B. Colton
Collaborative analysis of student learning drives improvement of instructional practice.
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The CEO of Edison Schools describes the positive effects of a state takeover of the School District of Philadelphia.
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Schools using computerized adaptive testing can adjust instruction to students' needs.
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A high school invites many students to experience the benefits of tough courses.
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A behavior management program helps faculty transform a school culture.
William Powell and Susan Napoliello
In this Malaysia school, administrators raise teachers' awareness of differentiated instruction.
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A rural school finds a way to retain expert teachers.
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To build capacity, a school must distribute leadership broadly.
Victoria L. Bernhardt
How to identify and use data tools to direct school improvement.
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From failing to make adequate progress to becoming an energized school—one school's journey.
Alex Molnar
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