Ascd Yearbook 1999: Preparing Our Schools For The 21st Century

As most of the world anticipates a milestone in human history, educators face a future characterized by unparalleled promise and responsibilities. How should schools respond to the changing needs of the workplace? What can they do to reinforce democratic values? What will it take to successfully educate an increasingly diverse population? The 1999 ASCD Yearbook, 'Preparing Our Schools for the 21st Century,' offers perspectives from practitioners, researchers, and policymakers, including practical suggestions and reflective observations. Topics include education and the economy, citizenship education, diversity and human development, standards, resource use, strategies for continuous improvement, and the teacher's role in reform. The Yearbook also suggests ways to celebrate the millennium meaningfully to stimulate learning and professional growth. It serves as a guidebook for the future of education, inspiring readers to embrace the opportunities of the new millennium.