The Marzano Synthesis: A Collected Guide to What Works in K–12 Education (A structured exploration of education research to inform your teaching practice)

This book offers K–12 educators a comprehensive framework connecting myriad professional learning topics in one cohesive, easy-to-follow guide. Organized into three parts that focus on students, teachers, and principals, The Marzano Synthesis delivers a structured exploration of mental systems, standards and curriculum, assessment, and other key topics. See how it all fits together, supported by Robert Marzano’s decades of research plus new findings in education. K–12 educators will:Receive a comprehensive overview of key concepts in education through the lens of Robert Marzano’s researchDelve into the four systems that comprise students’ thinking and learningAlign intended, taught, and attained curricula through proficiency scales and classroom assessmentExplore self- and metacognitive systems and learn how to use these systems to promote greater teacher well-being Reflect on the importance of planning and review to instruction, as well as how technology can assist teachers in these essential tasksUnderstand what the research says about how the role of the principal can benefit teacher development and guarantee learning for all students Contents: Introduction Part I: Students Chapter 1: The Self-System Chapter 2: The Metacognitive System Chapter 3: The Nature of Knowledge and the Knowledge System Chapter 4: The Cognitive System Chapter 5: Curriculum Part II: Teachers Chapter 6: Self-Regulation Chapter 7: Measurement Chapter 8: Instruction Part III: Principals Chapter 9: Organizational Leadership Chapter 10: People Leadership Chapter 11: Instructional Leadership Epilogue References and Resources Index Read more