Title: Turning Around Chronically Low-Performing Schools. IES Practice Guide. NCEE 2008-4020
Author: Herman, Rebecca; Dawson, Priscilla; Dee, Thomas; Greene, Jay; Maynard, Rebecca; Redding, Sam; Darwin, Marlene
Year: 2008
Publication Information: National Center for Education Evaluation and Regional Assistance. Available from: ED Pubs. P.O. Box 1398, Jessup, MD 20794-1398.
ERIC number: ED501241
Abstract: This guide identifies practices that can improve the performance of chronically low-performing schools-a process commonly referred to as creating "turnaround schools." The four recommendations in this guide work together to help failing schools make adequate yearly progress. These recommendations are as follows: (1) signal the need for dramatic change with strong leadership; (2) maintain a consistent focus on improving instruction; (3) provide visible improvements early in the turnaround process (quick wins); and (4) build a committed staff. The guide includes a checklist showing how each recommendation can be carried out. It uses examples from case studies that illustrate practices noted by schools as having had a positive impact on the school turnaround. The following are appended: (1) Postscript from the Institute of Education Sciences; (2) About the authors; (3) Disclosure of potential conflicts of interest; and (4) Technical information on the studies. [This report was produced by the National Center for Education Evaluation and Regional Assistance, Institute of Education Sciences.] (ERIC abstract)
URL: http://ies.ed.gov/ncee/wwc/pdf/practiceguides/Turnaround_pg_04181.pdf
