School, Family, and Community Partnerships: Preparing Educators and Improving Schools

The third edition of "School, Family, and Community Partnerships: Preparing Educators and Improving Schools" prepares future teachers and administrators to conduct effective and equitable family and community engagement programs that contribute to student success. It offers a comprehensive overview of the theories, research, policies, and practices that have been shown to improve partnership programs in diverse communities at all grade levels. The book includes updated readings, discussion questions, classroom activities, and interview assignments to help students understand the importance of family and community engagement and its impact on school improvement. It also meets new standards set by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) for graduates to demonstrate their ability to work effectively with diverse P-12 students and their families.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 354 pages
Publication date: 12 August 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

School, Family, and Community Partnerships: Preparing Educators and Improving Schools, 3rd Edition is a comprehensive guide that equips future teachers and administrators with the skills and knowledge necessary to create effective and equitable programs of family and community engagement that contribute to student success in school. Authored by renowned experts Joyce L. Epstein and Steven B. Sheldon, this edition provides a comprehensive overview of the theories, research, policies, and practices that have been proven to enhance the design and conduct of partnership programs in diverse communities and at all grade levels.

The book is organized into chapters that cover a historical overview of early research, recent studies using advanced methods, and numerous examples of research-based approaches for district leadership and school improvement. Each chapter includes discussion questions and classroom assignments designed to provoke thinking and help future educators understand that family and community engagement is an integral part of their professional work.

In this 3rd Edition, the content has been updated and streamlined to make it easier for students to explore early influential studies that framed the field and recent studies of multilevel effects of leadership for partnerships. Comments, discussion topics, and classroom activities challenge students to think deeply about various aspects and issues related to school, family, and community partnerships. Interview assignments enable students to hear the voices and perspectives of practicing educators, parents, students, and other community members, further enriching their understanding of partnerships.

Furthermore, the readings and activities across chapters align with the new standards set by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) for graduates to demonstrate their ability to effectively work with diverse P-12 students and their families. This edition is a valuable resource for educators, policymakers, and anyone interested in improving educational outcomes by fostering strong partnerships between schools, families, and communities.

Dimension: 254 x 178 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367002039
Edition number: 3 ed