Elevating Student Voice
Author | : Nelson Beaudoin |
Publisher | : Routledge |
Total Pages | : 145 |
Release | : 2013-09-27 |
ISBN-10 | : 9781317923930 |
ISBN-13 | : 1317923936 |
Rating | : 4/5 (30 Downloads) |
Book excerpt: This book demonstrates what schools can do to enhance student participation and engagement. It shows educators how to: - create opportunities for students to practice democracy and civic responsibility. - develop a "school for each kid" - get students to care Examples include - Community service - Peer Helpers - Peer Mediators - Student-directed programs and events - Student feedback to teachers - Student-led conferences - Students on interviewing committees - Students on the School Board - Student publications - Student speakers . . . and more Also highlighted in this book are the exciting and enriching activities of First Amendment Schools.