All professions have their jargon, but the language of the education world is so impenetrable that it has become the stuff of internet jokes. This book translates and defines the terms and jargon unique to the K-12 world. What’s the difference between Title I, Title IX, and Title VII? How does a norm-referenced test differ from a criterion-referenced test, or from a high-stakes test? What do classrooms look like when cooperative learning, experiential education, con… More >>
It would be excellent if this could be handed out to the parents of kindergarteners. And teachers and education administrators. Education Week has done a great job paring topics down to the need-to-know (i.e. the Elementary and Secondary Education Act, Title I, and special education). This guide effectively demystifies the American education system. As the webmaster for my state’s superintendent’s office, I refer to it often.
Rating: 5 / 5
The Education Week Guide to K-12 Terminology is clear and comprehensive. In addition to demystifying the day-to-day alphabet soup that comprises educational terminology, it also provides solid definitions for research and reference. As an educational researcher, I found no holes; at the same time, it is concise and accessible. It will surely never leave my desk for the bookcase.
Rating: 5 / 5