Finding Reference Works
Reference works are an important source for concept definitions, overview articles, and short bibliographies. The Penn Libraries continues to acquire print and online reference works. These are accessible thorugh Franklin Catalog.
Search example: title:leadership (handbook* OR encyclopedia* OR dictionar*)
Bibliographies
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Oxford Bibliographies Online - EducationIndividual articles written by scholars in the field. Each provides context and lists of sources.
Online Reference Collections
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Routledge Handbooks Online (RHO)Handbooks are generally edited collections of articles compiled on a given topic. RHO covers 23 subject areas including Sociology, Linguistics, Education.
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SAGE KnowledgeExtensive library includes the full text of dictionaries, handbooks, and encyclopedias. Strong in the social sciences.
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Sage Research MethodsIncludes individual books, reference handbook, and instructional videos by academics from across the social sciences. Covers quantitative and qualitative research methods.
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Oxford ReferenceAccess to selected titles. Some in the social sciences.
Directories: Associations, Faculty, Research Centers
Gale Directory Library - Includes these Gale Reference Directories (select within the search interface)
- Encyclopedia of Associations: International Organizations
- Encyclopedia of Associations: National Organizations of the U.S.
- Encyclopedia of Associations: Regional, State and Local Organizations
- National Faculty Directory
- National Directory of Non-Profit Associations
- Research Centers Directory
- Publishers Directory
- Gale Directory of Publications and Broadcast Media
- Scholarships, Fellowships, and Loans.
Statistical Sources
For Statistical Sources, see these additional guides:
Non-Profits / Foundations / Grants
PennKey Required
Foundation Directory - provides current, accurate, and comprehensive information on U.S. grantmakers and their grants, drawn from reliable sources, including IRS Form 990s, grantmaker web sites and annual reports, and the grantmakers themselves.
SPIN Database - (PennKey required). SPIN (Sponsored Programs Information Network) is a funding opportunity database that provides information on government and private funding sources in both the US and abroad. SPIN contains over 40,000 funding opportunities from more than 10,000 global sponsors. The University of Pennsylvania has subscribed to the SPIN database and provides access to all PennERA users.
Publicly Accessible
GuideStar - Organization’s full address and contact information, Up to three years of Forms 990, Revenue and expense data for the current fiscal year, CEO, Board Chair, and Board of Directors information.
Grants.gov - Searchable database of funding opportunities available through federal grant-making agencies. Records include program scope, eligibility requirements, deadlines, and program director contact information.
National Science Foundation - Awards Search
National Endowment for the Humanities - Funded Projects Query Form
National Institutes of Health - Research Portfolio Online Reporting Tools
Education Directories
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World Higher Education Database1 concurrent user. Information on institutions of higher education worldwide, as well as educational systems.
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College Blue Book36th edition
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Cabells Scholarly AnalyticsIncludes a wealth of information on journals, including various metrics, open access, acceptance rates.
Think Tanks
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TTCSP Global Go To Think Tank Index Reports2008 - present.
Selected Encyclopedias and Dictionaries
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International Encyclopedia of Education by The field of education has experienced extraordinary technological, societal, and institutional change in recent years, making it one of the most fascinating yet complex fields of study in social science. Unequalled in its combination of authoritative scholarship and comprehensive coverage, International Encyclopedia of Education, Third Edition succeeds two highly successful previous editions (1985, 1994) in aiming to encapsulate research in this vibrant field for the twenty-first century reader. Under development for five years, this work encompasses over 1,000 articles across 24 individual areas of coverage, and is expected to become the dominant resource in the field. Education is a multidisciplinary and international field drawing on a wide range of social sciences and humanities disciplines, and this new edition comprehensively matches this diversity. The diverse background and multidisciplinary subject coverage of the Editorial Board ensure a balanced and objective academic framework, with 1,500 contributors representing over 100 countries, capturing a complete portrait of this evolving field. A totally new work, revamped with a wholly new editorial board, structure and brand-new list of meta-sections and articles Developed by an international panel of editors and authors drawn from senior academia Web-enhanced with supplementary multimedia audio and video files, hotlinked to relevant references and sources for further study Incorporates ca. 1,350 articles, with timely coverage of such topics as technology and learning, demography and social change, globalization, and adult learning, to name a few Offers two content delivery options - print and online - the latter of which provides anytime, anywhere access for multiple users and superior search functionality via ScienceDirect, as well as multimedia content, including audio and video filesCall Number: OnlineISBN: 9780080448947Publication Date: 2009-04-17 -
International Encyclopedia of Social and Behavioral Sciences by Fully revised and updated, the second edition of the International Encyclopedia of the Social and Behavioral Sciences, first published in 2001, offers a source of social and behavioral sciences reference material that is broader and deeper than any other. Available in both print and online editions, it comprises over 3,900 articles, commissioned by 71 Section Editors, and includes 90,000 bibliographic references as well as comprehensive name and subject indexes. Provides authoritative, foundational, interdisciplinary knowledge across the wide range of behavioral and social sciences fields Discusses history, current trends and future directions Topics are cross-referenced with related topics and each article highlights further readingCall Number: OnlineISBN: 9780080970875Publication Date: 2015-02-17 -
Emerging Trends in the Social and Behavioral Sciences by Call Number: OnlineISBN: 9781118900772Publication Date: 2015-05-15
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Ethnologue : Languages of the WorldArranged by language name and country. Access information on speaking population numbers, language status, use, alternate names, and language maps.
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Dictionary of Education by The field of education is vitally important but it involves a specialized vocabulary and terminology which may be unfamiliar to those new to the discipline. The new Dictionary of Education provides clear and concise definitions for 1,250 terms that anyone studying education or involved in teaching is likely to encounter. Coverage includes all sectors of education: pre-school, primary, secondary, further and higher education, special needs, adult and continuing education, and work-based learning. It also includes major legislation, key figures and organizations, and national curriculum and assessment terminology. The dictionary features entry-level web links, accessible and kept up to date via the Dictionary of Education companion website. Detailed appendices include a timeline summary of landmark educational legislation since 1945 and a glossary of acronyms. In addition, there is a useful, fully cross-referenced section of comparative terms used in the US, the UK, Canada, Australia, and South Africa. This up-to-date and authoritative dictionary is essential for all students of education and teachers at every level, and it is strongly recommended for classroom assistants and parents.Call Number: OnlineISBN: 9780199212064Publication Date: 2nd edition, online, 2014. -
Encyclopedia of Applied Linguistics by A ground-breaking resource available either online or as a 10-volume print set bringing together historic and emerging areas of research within applied linguistics Combines individual entries ranging from 1,500 to 4,000 words, with longer, essaystyle contributions giving a detailed overview of key developments and ideas Includes over 1,100 entries written by an international team of scholars from over 40 countries Covers 27 key areas of the field, including Language Learning and Teaching, Bilingual and Multilingual Education, Assessment and Testing, Corpus Linguistics, Conversation Analysis, Discourse, Cognitive Second Language Acquisition, Language, Policy and Planning, Literacy, and Technology and Language Features over 200 entries on the philosophy and history of applied linguistics and biographies of key applied linguists Updates and new articles available twice a year, enabling the work to stay relevant and cutting-edge 10 Volumes www.encyclopediaofappliedlinguistics.com UpdatingCall Number: OnlineISBN: 9781405194730Publication Date: 2013-01-09 -
Encyclopedia of Clinical Psychology by "Recommended. Undergraduates through faculty/researchers; professionals/practitioners;general readers." - Choice Includes well over 500 A-Z entries of between 500 and 7,500 words in length covering the main topics, key concepts, and influential figures in the field of clinical psychology Serves as a comprehensive reference with emphasis on philosophical and historical issues, cultural considerations, and conflicts Offers a historiographical overview of the ways in which research influences practice Cites the best and most up-to-date scientific evidence for each topic, encouraging readers to think critically 5 Volumes www.encyclopediaclinicalpsychology.comCall Number: OnlineISBN: 9780470671276Publication Date: 2015-01-20 -
Encyclopedia of Cross-Cultural Psychology by The Encyclopedia of Cross-Cultural Psychology presents a comprehensive collection of information relating to the fields of cross-cultural, cultural, and indigenous psychology contributed by scientists and scholars from around the world. Over 600 entries, including biographies of 135 key people from the fields of cross-cultural, cultural, and indigenous psychology Contains a general chronological timeline including both historical and literary key-moments Includes coverage on ethnocentrism; distortions of diagnostic judgment; psychology of Arabs, Russians, Filipinos, and other ethnicities; obedience; and more 3 Volumes www.crossculturalencyclopedia.com Call Number: OnlineISBN: 9780470671269Publication Date: 2013-08-12 -
Encyclopedia of Diversity in Education by With 695 signed entries with cross-references and recommended readings, the Encyclopedia of Diversity in Education, Four-Volume Set, in both print and electronic formats, presents research and statistics, case studies and best practices, policies and programs at pre- and post-secondary levels. Diversity is a worldwide phenomenon, and while most of the entries in the Encyclopedia will focus on the United States, diversity issues and developments in nations around the world, including the United States, are intricately connected. Consequently, to illuminate the many aspects of diversity, this volume will contain entries from different nations in the world in order to illuminate the myriad aspects of diversity. From A-to-Z, this Encyclopedia will cover the full spectrum of diversity issues, including race, class, gender, religion, language, exceptionality and the global dimensions of diversity as they relate to education. There will also be an appendix consisting of a chronology of significant events related to diversity. This four-volume reference work is the definitive reference for diversity issues in education in the around the world. Key Themes Concepts, Theories and Definitions of Diversity Demographics and the Changing American Landscape Racial and Ethnic Diversity Gender and Sexual Orientation Socioeconomic Status Language, Culture and Linguistic Diversity Exceptionality Religion in Society and Schools Immigration, Migration and National Identity Standardized Testing and Culturally Responsive Assessment Alternative Educational Models Curriculum Issues and Pedagogies of Diversity Faculty, Teacher and Administrator Training Diversity in Primary and Secondary Education Diversity in Post-Secondary Education Affirmative Action Merit-Based Admission, Equity and Opportunity Law, Politics and Public Policy School, Family and Community IssuesCall Number: OnlineISBN: 9781412981521Publication Date: 2012-05-24 -
Encyclopedia of Education Economics and FinanceCall Number: OnlineISBN: 9781483346595Publication Date: Sage: 2014 -
Encyclopedia of Educational Theory and Philosophy by Call Number: OnlineISBN: 9781483346229Publication Date: 2014
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Encyclopedia of Gender and Sexuality Studies by The Wiley Blackwell Encyclopedia of Gender and Sexuality Studies provides an invaluable resource for students and scholars in the overlapping areas of gender, feminist, queer, masculinity, and sexuality studies; and acknowledges the growing interdisciplinary impact of these fields. Edited by a first rate team of geographically diverse scholars drawn from disciplines across the social sciences and humanities with international reputations in the field Entries are written in an approachable and accessible manner and include a short bibliography and a list of cross-references Unique in its interdisciplinary approach across allied social sciences including sociology, anthropology, cultural studies, economics, literary studies, politics, history, and psychology as well as the fields of women's, gender and sexuality studies Attention paid to the identification and inclusion of feminist activism, regional and national diversity, international context, social policy, economics, non-governmental organizations and key term 5 Volumes www.genderandsexualityencyclopedia.comCall Number: OnlineISBN: 9781405196949Publication Date: 2016-05-09 -
Encyclopedia of Giftedness, Creativity, and Talent by Call Number: OnlineISBN: 9781412971959Publication Date: 2009
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Encyclopedia of Language and Education (2nd edition) by In this second, fully revised edition, the 10 volume Encyclopedia of Language and Education offers the newest developments including two new volumes of research and scholarly content essential to the field of language teaching and learning in the age of globalization. In the selection of topics and contributors, the Encyclopedia reflects the depth of disciplinary knowledge, breadth of interdisciplinary perspective, and diversity of sociogeographic experience in the field. Throughout, there is an inclusion of contributions from non-English speaking and non-western parts of the world, providing truly global coverage.Call Number: OnlineISBN: 9780387354200Publication Date: 2007-11-20 -
Encyclopedia of language and education. (3rd edition) by Call Number: OnlineISBN: 9783319022376Publication Date: 2017 -
Encyclopedia of Middle Grades Education by Call Number: OnlineISBN: 1681235714Publication Date: 2016
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Encyclopedia of School HealthDavid C. Wiley, Amy C. Cory [editors].
Thousand Oaks, Calif. : SAGE, 2013.
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Encyclopedia of Special Education by The only encyclopedia or comprehensive reference devoted to special education Editors-In-Chief and Contributing Editors are leading researchers and scholars in the field New edition includes over 200 more entries than previous edition, with increased attention given to those topics that have grown in importance since the publication of the third edition, such as technology, service delivery policies, international issues, neuropsychology, and Response to Intervention, Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS), Autism and Applied Behavior Analysis. In addition, the entries will be updated to cover the latest editions of the assessment instruments frequently administered in special education settings Includes an international list of authors and descriptions of special education in 35 countries Includes technology and legal updates to reflect a rapidly changing environment 4 Volumes http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/book/10.1002/9781118660584Call Number: OnlineISBN: 9780470642160Publication Date: 2014-01-28 -
Encyclopedia of the Sciences of Learning by Over the past century, educational psychologists and researchers have posited many theories to explain how individuals learn, i.e. how they acquire, organize and deploy knowledge and skills. The 20th century can be considered the century of psychology on learning and related fields of interest (such as motivation, cognition, metacognition etc.) and it is fascinating to see the various mainstreams of learning, remembered and forgotten over the 20th century and note that basic assumptions of early theories survived several paradigm shifts of psychology and epistemology. Beyond folk psychology and its naïve theories of learning, psychological learning theories can be grouped into some basic categories, such as behaviorist learning theories, connectionist learning theories, cognitive learning theories, constructivist learning theories, and social learning theories. Learning theories are not limited to psychology and related fields of interest but rather we can find the topic of learning in various disciplines, such as philosophy and epistemology, education, information science, biology, and - as a result of the emergence of computer technologies - especially also in the field of computer sciences and artificial intelligence. As a consequence, machine learning struck a chord in the 1980s and became an important field of the learning sciences in general. As the learning sciences became more specialized and complex, the various fields of interest were widely spread and separated from each other; as a consequence, even presently, there is no comprehensive overview of the sciences of learning or the central theoretical concepts and vocabulary on which researchers rely. The Encyclopedia of the Sciences of Learning provides an up-to-date, broad and authoritative coverage of the specific terms mostly used in the sciences of learning and its related fields, including relevant areas of instruction, pedagogy, cognitive sciences, and especially machine learning and knowledge engineering. This modern compendium will be an indispensable source of information for scientists, educators, engineers, and technical staff active in all fields of learning. More specifically, the Encyclopedia provides fast access to the most relevant theoretical terms provides up-to-date, broad and authoritative coverage of the most important theories within the various fields of the learning sciences and adjacent sciences and communication technologies; supplies clear and precise explanations of the theoretical terms, cross-references to related entries and up-to-date references to important research and publications. The Encyclopedia also contains biographical entries of individuals who have substantially contributed to the sciences of learning; the entries are written by a distinguished panel of researchers in the various fields of the learning sciences.ISBN: 9781441914279Publication Date: 2011-10-05 -
Historically Black Colleges and Universities by This exhaustive analysis of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) throughout history discusses the institutions and the major events, individuals, and organizations that have contributed to their existence. * A complete timeline of events extending from the founding of the first HBCU in 1837 through the 21st century * Photographs of HBCUs and key figures in their histories over a 150-year period * Presidential executive orders and transcripts of major legislation that have impacted HBCUs * An exhaustive list of over 1,000 prominent alumni of HBCUs and short, professional biographies of each * Biographical information on major figures and organizations that have supported HBCUs * A bibliography, including online resources and DVDsCall Number: OnlineISBN: 9780313394157Publication Date: 2011-09-01 -
International Encyclopedia of Language and Social InteractionCall Number: OnlineISBN: 9781118611463Publication Date: 2015 -
International Encyclopedia of Social and Behavioral Sciences by Fully revised and updated, the second edition of the International Encyclopedia of the Social and Behavioral Sciences, first published in 2001, offers a source of social and behavioral sciences reference material that is broader and deeper than any other. Available in both print and online editions, it comprises over 3,900 articles, commissioned by 71 Section Editors, and includes 90,000 bibliographic references as well as comprehensive name and subject indexes. Provides authoritative, foundational, interdisciplinary knowledge across the wide range of behavioral and social sciences fields Discusses history, current trends and future directions Topics are cross-referenced with related topics and each article highlights further readingCall Number: OnlineISBN: 9780080970875Publication Date: 2015-02-17
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Encyclopedia of Educational Reform and Dissent by Call Number: OnlineISBN: 9781412957403Publication Date: 2010-01-01
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Sage Encyclopedia of Educational Research, Measurement, and Evaluation by Call Number: OnlineISBN: 9781506326139Publication Date: 2018
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SAGE Encyclopedia of Educational Technology by Call Number: OnlinePublication Date: Los Angeles : SAGE, 2015.
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SAGE Encyclopedia of Online Education by Call Number: OnlineISBN: 9781483318332Publication Date: SAGE Publications, Incorporated, 2016.
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Encyclopedia of Juvenile Delinquency and JusticeCall Number: OnlineISBN: 9781118524275Publication Date: Hoboken, NJ : John Wiley & Sons, Inc., 2018.
Selected Handbooks
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APA Handbook of Clinical PsychologyWashington, DC : American Psychological Association, 2016. V. 1-5.
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Collaborative Learning Techniques: A Handbook for College Faculty by ISBN: 9781118761267Publication Date: 2nd edition. San Francisco, CA : Jossey-Bass, a Wiley brand, [2014] -
Handbook of Child Psychology and Developmental Science, Cognitive Processes by ISBN: 1118953843Publication Date: 7th edition. Hoboken : Wiley, 2015. -
Handbook of Critical Race Theory in Education by This handbook illustrates how education scholars employ Critical Race Theory (CRT) as a framework to bring attention to issues of race and racism in education. It is the first authoritative reference work to provide a truly comprehensive description and analysis of the topic, from the defining conceptual principles of CRT in the Law that gave shape to its radical underpinnings to the political and social implications of the field today. It is divided into three sections, covering innovations in educational research, policy and practice in both schools and in higher education, and the increasing interdisciplinary nature of critical race research. With 28 newly commissioned pieces written by the most renowned scholars in the field, this handbook provides the definitive statement on the state of critical race theory in education and on its possibilities for the future.Call Number: OnlineISBN: 9780203155721Publication Date: 2013-09-02
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Handbook of Design in Educational Technology by ISBN: 9781135118969Publication Date: Hoboken: Taylor and Francis, 2013. -
Handbook of Early Childhood Teacher Education by This handbook synthesizes both contemporary research and best practices in early childhood teacher education, a unique segment of teacher education defined by its focus on child development, the role of the family, and support for all learners. The first volume of its kind, the Handbook of Early Childhood Teacher Education provides comprehensive coverage on key topics in the field, including the history of early childhood teacher education programs, models for preparing early childhood educators, pedagogical approaches to supporting diverse learners, and contemporary influences on this quickly expanding area of study. Appropriate for early childhood teacher educators as well as both pre- and in-service teachers working with children from birth through 8, this handbook articulates the unique features of early childhood teacher education, highlighting the strengths and limitations of current practice as based in empirical research. It concludes by charting future directions for research with an aim to improve the preparation of early childhood educators.Call Number: OnlineISBN: 9781315818245Publication Date: 2015-07-24
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Handbook of Educational Psychology by ISBN: 9780203874790Publication Date: 2nd edition. New York : Routledge, Taylor & Francis Group, 2012. -
The Handbook of Educational Theories by Call Number: OnlineISBN: 9781617358678Publication Date: 2012-09-01
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Handbook of Ethical Educational Leadership by ISBN: 9780415853903Publication Date: New York : Routledge, 2014. -
Handbook of Mindfulness in Education by This handbook addresses the educational uses of mindfulness in schools. It summarizes the state of the science and describes current and emerging applications and challenges throughout the field. It explores mindfulness concepts in scientific, theoretical, and practical terms and examines training opportunities both as an aspect of teachers' professional development and a means to enhance students' social-emotional and academic skills. Chapters discuss mindfulness and contemplative pedagogy programs that have produced positive student outcomes, including stress relief, self-care, and improved classroom and institutional engagement. Featured topics include: A comprehensive view of mindfulness in the modern era. Contemplative education and the roots of resilience. Mindfulness practice and its effect on students' social-emotional learning. A cognitive neuroscience perspective on mindfulness in education that addresses students' academic and social skills development. Mindfulness training for teachers and administrators. Two universal mindfulness education programs for elementary and middle school students. The Handbook of Mindfulness in Education is a must-have resource for researchers, graduate students, clinicians, and practitioners in psychology, psychiatry, education, and medicine, as well as counseling, social work, and rehabilitation therapy.Call Number: OnlineISBN: 9781493935062Publication Date: 2016-01-01 -
Handbook of Moral and Character Education by ISBN: 9781136293122Publication Date: 2nd edition. New York, NY : Routledge, 2014. -
Handbook of positive psychology in schools edited by Michael J. Furlong, Richard Gilman, and E. Scott Huebner.ISBN: 1136258388Publication Date: 2nd edition. New York : Routledge/Taylor and Francis, 2014. -
Handbook of Qualitative Research in Education by ISBN: 9781849807296Publication Date: Cheltenham, UK ; Northampton, MA : Edward Elgar, c2012. -
Handbook of Research-Based Practice in Early Education by ISBN: 9781462510221Publication Date: New York : Guilford Press, [2013] -
Handbook of Research on Gaming Trends in P-12 Education by ISBN: 9781466696303Publication Date: Hershey, PA : Information Science Reference, [2016] -
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Handbook of Social Justice in Education by The Handbook of Social Justice in Education,a comprehensive and up-to-date review of the field, addresses, from multiple perspectives, education theory, research, and practice in historical and ideological context, with an emphasis on social movements for justice. Each of the nine sections explores a primary theme of social justice and education: Historical and Theoretical Perspectives International Perspectives on Social Justice in Education Race and Ethnicity, Language and Identity: Seeking Social Justice in Education Gender, Sexuality and Social Justice in Education Bodies, Disability and the Fight for Social Justice in Education Youth and Social Justice in Education Globalization: Local and World Issues in Education The Politics of Social Justice Meets Practice: Teacher Education and School Change Classrooms, Pedagogy, and Practicing Justice. Timely and essential, this is a must-have volume for researchers, professionals, and students across the fields of educational foundations, multicultural/diversity education, educational policy, and curriculum and instruction.ISBN: 9780203887745Publication Date: 2009-06-02 -
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Handbook of Urban Education by ISBN: 9781136206016Publication Date: New York : Routledge, Taylor & Francis Group, 2014. -
Handbook on Measurement, Assessment, and Evaluation in Higher Education by Increased demands for colleges and universities to engage in outcomes assessment for accountability purposes have accelerated the need to bridge the gap between higher education practice and the fields of measurement, assessment, and evaluation. The Handbook on Measurement, Assessment, and Evaluation in Higher Educationprovides higher education administrators, student affairs personnel, institutional researchers who generate and analyze data, and faculty with an integrated handbook of theory, method, and application. This valuable resource brings together applied terminology, analytical perspectives, and methodological advances from the fields of measurement, assessment, and evaluation to facilitate informed decision-making in higher education. Special Features: Contributing Authors are world-renowned scholars across the fields of measurement, assessment, and evaluation, including: Robert E. Stake, Trudy W. Banta, Michael J. Kolen, Noreen M. Webb, Kurt Geisinger, Robert J. Mislevy, Ronald K. Hambleton, Rebecca Zwick, John Creswell, and Margaret D. LeCompte. Depth of Coverage includes classroom assessment and student outcomes; assessment techniques for accountability and accreditation; test theory, item response theory, validity and reliability; qualitative, quantitative and mixed-methods evaluation; context and ethics of assessment. Questions and Exercises follow each Section to reinforce the valuable concepts and insights presented in the preceding chapters. Bridging the gap between practice in higher education with advances in measurement, assessment, and evaluation, this book enables educational decision-makers to engage in more sound professional judgment. This handbook provides higher education administrators with both high-level and detailed views into contemporary theories and practices, supplemented with guidance on how to apply them for the benefit of students and institutions.Call Number: OnlineISBN: 9780203142189Publication Date: 2012-03-22 -
International Handbook of Emotions in Education by ISBN: 9780415895019Publication Date: New York : Routledge, 2014. -
International Handbook on Early Childhood Education by ISBN: 9789402409277Publication Date: 2017-01-25 -
International Handbook of Progressive Education by The International Handbook of Progressive Education engages contemporary debates about the purpose of education, presenting diverse ideas developed within a broadly conceived progressive education movement. It calls for a more critical and dynamic conception of education goals as a necessary element of a healthy society. The scope is global, with contributing authors and examples from around the world. The sweep includes past, present, and future. Even for those who lament its failures, progressive education still seems to be asking the right questions. There is a vision, the progressive impulse, which goes beyond educational practice per se to include inquiry into a conception of the good life for both individuals and society. Because progressivists tend to dispute the status quo and the extent to which it nurtures that good life, there is an underlying critical edge to progressive thinking, one that has sharpened in recent progressive education discourse. The handbook's inquiry into progressive education starts with a number of intriguing and difficult questions: How has progressive education fared in different contexts? How do progressive methods relate to ideas of constructivist, discovery, problem-based, experiential, and inquiry-based teaching? And do they «work»? If progressive education offers an important alternative, why has it often been ignored, abandoned, or suppressed? What is the relevance of its tenets, methods, and questions in the new information age and in a world facing global changes in environment, politics, religion, language, and every other aspect of society?Call Number: Print: Van Pelt Library. LB14.7 .I54 2015ISBN: 9781433128752Publication Date: 2015-07-29 -
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Routledge International Handbook of Innovation Education by ISBN: 9781136698019Publication Date: Abingdon, Oxon : Routledge, 2013. -
Routledge International Handbook of Critical Education by The Routledge International Handbook of Critical Educationis the first authoritative reference work to provide an international analysis of the relationship between power, knowledge, education, and schooling. Rather than focusing solely on questions of how we teach efficiently and effectively, contributors to this volume push further to also think critically about education's relationship to economic, political, and cultural power. The various sections of this book integrate into their analyses the conceptual, political, pedagogic, and practical histories, tensions, and resources that have established critical education as one of the most vital and growing movements within the field of education, including topics such as: social movements and pedagogic work critical research methods for critical education the politics of practice and the recreation of theory the freirian legacy. With a comprehensive introduction by Michael W. Apple, Wayne Au, and Luis Armando Gandin, along with thirty-five newly-commissioned pieces by some of the most prestigious education scholars in the world, this Handbookprovides the definitive statement on the state of critical education and on its possibilities for the future.ISBN: 9780203882993Publication Date: 2009-02-17
