This audiotape is linked to Creating People Centred Schools learning guide, but carries debates which could also be used in a free-standing way by anyone interested in school organization and change. The rest of the website has tabs for Data Informed Practice Improvement Project information, teachers recourses, ways to get involved, and interest groups among others.
Type of Material:
Case Study
Recommended Uses:
In class
Group/pair/team debate or discussion
Lecture
Research study
Technical Requirements:
No special browser is required.
Identify Major Learning Goals:
Understanding the concepts of people centered schools
Raise learner's awareness of a school's role in the community
Provide learners with material for further research
Target Student Population:
The target student population is school administrators interested forming school and community partnerships. Undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in comparative education, international education, or global education programs.
Prerequisite Knowledge or Skills:
Interest in school organization and school reform. Best for in-service teachers or education students.
Content Quality
Rating:
Strengths:
The case study discusses the advantages and disadvantages of making school resources available to the public. The importance of strong leadership and buy-in by teachers, the role of the department of education and addressing nay-sayers. It provides relevant and current research and is a good source for debate/discussion. While it is set in South Africa, it could pertain to school reform in any country.
Concerns:
A confusing topic for those unfamiliar with school reform and organization; the material is over 7 years old, but still relevant today.
Potential Effectiveness as a Teaching Tool
Rating:
Strengths:
Great resource for teaching school organization/reform.
Can learn a great deal in the short time of the audiotape. After viewing the case study, the viewer should be able to critically analyze models of school partnerships and decide which model or models are appropriate for their school based on the advantages or disadvantages of each model.
Concerns:
Doesn't identify prerequisite or background knowledge in the audiotape. One would have to do adequate research on the website to identity the organization and its purpose.
Ease of Use for Both Students and Faculty
Rating:
Strengths:
Easy to use and navigate
Youtube link works well
High quality
Concerns:
There was no closed captioning for the hearing impaired. The website has a great deal of text and is visually overwhelming. The YouTube link does not offer visual aids. It is solely informational, not interactive.
Creative Commons:
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