Brush Education: 53 books
Education Policy
Bridging the Divide Between Theory and Practice
Language: English
Release Date: November 14, 2017
What exactly is education policy, why is it important, and how is it implemented in the real world? Jerome Delaney, a professor of educational administration and former high school principal, answers the big questions about education policy in this powerful and practical primer for students. Informed...
Philosophy of Education
Introductory Readings
Language: English
Release Date: October 24, 2013
Revised and updated with 25 new essays, the fourth edition of this bestselling collection brings together more than 30 leaders in the field of educational theory. An engaging exploration of the ideas and trends shaping education in today’s classrooms, Philosophy of Education includes topics on high-stakes...
Approaches to Aboriginal Education in Canada
Searching for Solutions
Language: English
Release Date: November 6, 2013
In the crucial discussion of Aboriginal education in Canada, there are two distinct schools of thought: parallelism and integrationism. For the first time in one volume, leading thinkers on both sides share their perspectives, allowing readers to examine this complex and emotionally charged issue...
The Global Education Race
Taking the Measure of PISA and International Testing
Language: English
Release Date: April 3, 2017
A global education race now pits countries, regions, and school systems against one another. The racecourse has been created by a small number of influential international testing programs, and the popular media announces winners and losers. Fear of falling behind haunts policy-makers and shapes educational...
by Courtney Anne Brewer, Michael McCabe
Language: English
Release Date: June 3, 2014
Language: English
Release Date: June 3, 2014
Recent immigrants and refugees — both children and their families — often struggle to adapt to Canadian education systems. For their part, educators also face challenges when developing effective strategies to help these students make smooth transitions to their new country.
Immigrant and...
Creative Development
Transforming Education through Design Thinking, Innovation, and Invention
Language: English
Release Date: June 29, 2016
Spark continual creative growth for both learners and educators. Creativity is a key ingredient for success in the knowledge economy of the 21st century, where skills such as collaboration, communication, and critical thinking are central. Most educators agree that encouraging creativity must become...
Educating for Creativity
A Global Conversation
Language: English
Release Date: December 10, 2012
Bringing creativity into mainstream educational practice has become a mantra among educators. But what does creative practice in education really look like? Take a journey around the globe with educator and artist Robert Kelly to witness innovative creative practice in action, with examples from early...
by Michael Manley-Casimir, Alesha D. Moffat
Language: English
Release Date: August 1, 2012
Language: English
Release Date: August 1, 2012
Every day, discretion shapes the decisions that run our schools, colleges, and universities. Every day, it alters the lives and futures of students, educators, and administrators. It's hard to overstate the impact of discretion on the incidents and issues that arise in every educational institution....
Ten Strategies for Building Community with Technology
A Handbook for Instructional Designers and Program Developers
Language: English
Release Date: July 15, 2014
Educators in online and other technology-rich environments consistently ask, "How can I build community among the learners in my class?" They know learning is strengthened by community, but aren’t sure how to design a community in a learning environment where technology plays a significant...
by Zu-hua Gao
Language: English
Release Date: September 8, 2017
Language: English
Release Date: September 8, 2017
Prepare for licensing exams offered by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada and the American Board of Pathology with the most comprehensive review guide available. Pathology Review and Practice Guide updates the first edition, Pathology Review, and now contains more than 1400 color...
Follow the Money
Where is Alberta's Wealth Going?
Language: English
Release Date: January 18, 2012
Alberta’s most insightful political commentator is back with another essential book. Kevin Taft, together with economists Mel McMillan and Junaid Jahangir, follows the money to uncover why Alberta — one of the richest places on earth — still talks poor when it comes to public services.
Do...
Engaging in Action Research
A Practical Guide to Teacher-Conducted Research for Educators and School Leaders
Language: English
Release Date: September 3, 2013
You don’t need a tweed jacket to be a researcher--in thousands of schools across North America, practising teachers conduct studies on best practices, alternative approaches, and effective learning strategies. Classroom teachers have experiences and opportunities unavailable to researchers in a...
Exploring the Math and Art Connection
Teaching and Learning Between the Lines
Language: English
Release Date: August 13, 2012
Daniel Jarvis and Irene Naested highlight the natural association between math and art in a series of practical ideas for the classroom, because when students understand the math/art connection, their understanding and confidence increase in both subjects. Through innovative teaching strategies and...
Clinical Skills Review
Scenarios Based on Standardized Patients
Language: English
Release Date: September 30, 2013
More cases = more success on your exam When you take your clinical skills exam, every case you know counts. Prepare quickly and efficiently for your clinical exam with the updated third edition of this bestselling OSCE study guide. Written by Canadian doctors, Clinical Skills Review presents 134 cases...