The Modern Middle School: Addressing Standards and Student Needs

Three education scholars and college administrators (affiliated with the Coastal Carolina University and Charleston Southern University) consider how middle schools can adopt standards-based academic programs while maintaining student-centered princi ples. Emphasizing the role of teachers in determining the quality of instruction, the book considers the implications of this dual focus for the profession's guiding philosophy, classroom behaviors, and teaching skills. It specifically offers advic e on developing essential teaching characteristics, creating a positive learning environment, curriculum planning, providing developmentally appropriate instruction, and assessing student progress. Annotation (c) Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)