What Works in Schools: Translating Research Into Action

Very good reference on how to be an effective teacher. Various strategies, methods and researches cited.

This book is an excellent summary of the research into practice that has been proven to make a difference. This book should be required reading for every teacher, every administrator, and every school board.

Data is the buzz word of the schoolyards. This book had easy references and good practical insights on how to look at data.

I have been a classroom teacher for 25 years. In that time, I have seen many trends in educational philosophy. Finally, Marzano has written a book that addresses research based methods of instruction that actually are proven to increase student achievement. He addresses three key areas: School-Level Factors, Teacher-Level Factors, Student-Level Factors, and a section on how to implement these factors into classoom instruction. Marzano states,"Thirty-five years of research provides remarkably clear guidance as to the steps schools can take to be highly effective in enhancing student achievement."I have found that the researched based information that Marzano provides about each of these key areas to be invaluable in the instruction of our students. This book is a must read for all serious educators.