McCain concisely lays out the argument for preparing students for their world, guiding them to become independent and successful critical thinkers.

"Captures the sense of urgency, excitement and challenge all teachers face as they prepare students for a future that is already here. Such an environment calls for extensive research into understanding how the forces of change, and emerging waves of interest associated with these forces, inspire and invite us to imagine a future of learning that is as powerful as it is optimistic for learners from early childhood though to tertiary education"--Back cover.

This landmark book from 6-time bestselling author Michael McQueen explores the key trends that will shape the years ahead. Building on this understanding, Michael outlines a blueprint for ensuring that our school systems are fit for the future - and that we're equipping our students to be too. For more information, visit www.michaelmcqueen.net.

Eric Sheninger and Thomas Murray outline eight keys to intentionally design tomorrow's schools so today's learners are prepared for success.

Good Teachers for Tomorrow’s Schools explores purpose of education, values in education and talents in education to map foundational, pedagogical and practical aspects of good teaching. It provides valuable research-based perspectives for scholars, teacher candidates, teacher educators and professional teachers.

Educators Online fills a significant need, introducing educators to social and collaborative technologies that will enrich their own lives and those of their students. This book focuses on why teachers should use these technologies; thus, even as the technology evolves, this book will be seminal.

Every day, students in schools around the world ask, "When will I use this in real life?" In Instant Relevance, Denis Sheeran equips you to create engaging lessons from experiences that matter to your students. They will begin to see meaningful connections between the real-world and what they learn in school - because that's when learning sticks!

ContentsPreface and Acknowledgments PART I1 The History of the School 2 The Curriculum 3 The Graduate School of Biological Sciences PART II4 The Basic Sciences 5 The Centers and Institutes 6 The Department of Community and Preventive Medicine 7 The Department of Human Genetics 8 The Department of Health Policy 9 Graduate and Postgraduate Education Part III10 The Faculty Practice Plan 11 The Mount Sinai Alumni 12 Student Voices: In Their Own WordsAppendixes A. Saul Horowitz, Jr. Memorial Award Recipients B. Honorary Degree Recipients C. The Mount Sinai Leadership D. The Mount Sinai Boards of Trustees, 2003 Notes Index About the Authors

This report surveys teaching and learning conditions in 18 mainly developing countries - Argentina, Brazil, Chile, China, Egypt, India, Indonesia, Jordan, Malaysia, Paraguay, Peru, the Philippines, Uruguay, the Russian Federation, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Tunisia and Zimbabwe - and OECD countries.