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How AVID levels the playing field, helping underserved students come out ahead
In Question Everything, award-winning education writer Jay Mathews presents the stories and winning strategies behind the Advancement Via Individual Determination program (AVID). With the goal of preparing students for the future – whether that future includes college or not – AVID teaches students the personal management skills that will help them survive and thrive. Focused on time management, presentation, and cooperation, the AVID program leads not only to impressive educational outcomes, but also to young adults prepared for life after school. This book tells the stories of AVID educators, students, and families to illustrate how and why the program works, and demonstrates how teachers can employ AVID's strategies with their own students.
Over the past thirty years, AVID has grown from a single teacher's practice to an organization serving 400,000 middle- and high-school students in 47 states and 16 countries. Question Everything describes the ideas and strategies behind the upward trajectory of both the program and the students who take part.
- Learn which foundational skills are emphasized for future success
- Discover how AVID teaches personal management skills in the academic context
- Contrast AVID student outcomes with national averages
- Consider implementing AVID concepts and techniques into current curricula
As college readiness becomes a top priority for the Federal Government, the Gates Foundation, and other influential organizations, AVID's track record stands out as one of success. By leveling the playing field and introducing \"real-world\" realities early on, the program teaches students skills that help them in the workplace and beyond.
Editions of Question Everything
- Hardcover
- ISBN 9781118438190
- EBook
- ISBN 9781119039440
- EBook
- ISBN 9781119039457
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How AVID levels the playing field, helping underserved students come out ahead
In Question Everything, award-winning education writer Jay Mathews presents the stories and winning strategies behind the Advancement Via Individual Determination program (AVID). With the goal of preparing students for the future – whether that future includes college or not – AVID teaches students the personal management skills that will help them survive and thrive. Focused on time management, presentation, and cooperation, the AVID program leads not only to impressive educational outcomes, but also to young adults prepared for life after school. This book tells the stories of AVID educators, students, and families to illustrate how and why the program works, and demonstrates how teachers can employ AVID's strategies with their own students.
Over the past thirty years, AVID has grown from a single teacher's practice to an organization serving 400,000 middle- and high-school students in 47 states and 16 countries. Question Everything describes the ideas and strategies behind the upward trajectory of both the program and the students who take part.
- Learn which foundational skills are emphasized for future success
- Discover how AVID teaches personal management skills in the academic context
- Contrast AVID student outcomes with national averages
- Consider implementing AVID concepts and techniques into current curricula
As college readiness becomes a top priority for the Federal Government, the Gates Foundation, and other influential organizations, AVID's track record stands out as one of success. By leveling the playing field and introducing \"real-world\" realities early on, the program teaches students skills that help them in the workplace and beyond.
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How AVID levels the playing field, helping underserved students come out ahead
In Question Everything, award-winning education writer Jay Mathews presents the stories and winning strategies behind the Advancement Via Individual Determination program (AVID). With the goal of preparing students for the future – whether that future includes college or not – AVID teaches students the personal management skills that will help them survive and thrive. Focused on time management, presentation, and cooperation, the AVID program leads not only to impressive educational outcomes, but also to young adults prepared for life after school. This book tells the stories of AVID educators, students, and families to illustrate how and why the program works, and demonstrates how teachers can employ AVID's strategies with their own students.
Over the past thirty years, AVID has grown from a single teacher's practice to an organization serving 400,000 middle- and high-school students in 47 states and 16 countries. Question Everything describes the ideas and strategies behind the upward trajectory of both the program and the students who take part.
- Learn which foundational skills are emphasized for future success
- Discover how AVID teaches personal management skills in the academic context
- Contrast AVID student outcomes with national averages
- Consider implementing AVID concepts and techniques into current curricula
As college readiness becomes a top priority for the Federal Government, the Gates Foundation, and other influential organizations, AVID's track record stands out as one of success. By leveling the playing field and introducing \"real-world\" realities early on, the program teaches students skills that help them in the workplace and beyond.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Question Everything?
Society and Social Sciences > Education / Educational sciences / Pedagogy > Educational administration and organization
Where can I read a sample of Question Everything?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9781118438190
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Question Everything?
Jay Mathews
Who is the Publisher of the book Question Everything?
Wiley
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Question Everything is available as hardcover(ISBN 9781118438190) and ebook(ISBN 9781119039440) and ebook(ISBN 9781119039457)
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