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BOOK STUDIES 2008-2009

Achievement for
African-American Students
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Schools are not succeeding with our current generation of African-American students.  In far too many minority communities, schools simply fail to provide the quality of education needed to sustain the hopes, dreams, and aspirations of young African-Americans.

Professor Reglin provides valuable answers to help achieve success with our increasingly diverse students.
The Explosive Child

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An explosive child’s behavior – severe noncompliance, temper outbursts, and verbal or physical aggression – often leaves parents feeling frustrated, guilt-ridden, and overwhelmed.  Dr. Ross Greene will help you gain the confidence and knowledge you need to handle these situations competently and lovingly.
Understanding Poverty
Ruby Payne
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Could you survive in poverty?  Can children survive and succeed in our middle class schools?  Research indicates that education and positive relationships are the key elements necessary for a person to move out of poverty.  

Learn where our students are coming from and understand how to help them choose role models, develop emotional resources, support systems and positive relationships.  We will also examine most effective methods of instruction to improve achievement.
How To Teach Students Who
Don't Look Like You
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It’s no surprise that Sweet Home is a rich and diverse community. However, many teachers  -- and at no fault of our own -- don’t immediately reflect the varied ethnic, cultural and socio-economic situations from which our students come.  

This can cause a disconnect in the classroom, but if you are willing to address the issue, this class is for you.  
Through this book study, “How To Teach Students Who Don’t Look Like You,” you will learn, apply and discuss culturally-relevant and research-based instructional strategies, as well as exam your own cultural perspective and evaluate how it impacts your teaching.
Canisius College Collaboration
Holler if You Hear Me

Past Book Studies

Reality Checks
Tony Stead
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The Essential 55
Ron Clark
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Five Easy Steps to a Balanced
Math Program
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I Read It But Don't Get It
Cris Tovani
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Is That a Fact?
Tony Stead
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Knee to Knee, Eye to Eye
Ardith Davis Cole
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Running Records
Marie Clay
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You Gotta Be the Book
Jeff Wilhelm
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Classroom Instruction That Works
Robert Marzanno
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