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School Law for K-12 Educators Reviews
Author: Frank D. Aquila Edition: 1 Publisher: SAGE Publications, Inc Binding: Paperback ISBN: 1412960304 Price: You Save: 18%
School Law for K-12 Educators: Concepts and Cases
A practical, user-friendly approach to school law supported by carefully constructed information that is of immediate interest to classroom teachers, supervisors and school administrators.School Law for K-12 Educators review. /p>
Key Features
Maps out the court’s decision-making process in an easy-to-understand format
Illustrates the key aspects of a legal issue through case-studies in every chapter
Explains complex cases with succinct case briefs that target legal laypersons and comprehensive chapter overviews that highlight important concepts
Encourages dialogue with accompanying discussion questions for each case brief and case study
Offers additional case briefs online at www.sagepub.com/aquilacasebriefs
Intended Audience: This book is designed for upper-level undergraduate and graduate students of school law and is a valuable resource for courses in school administration, supervision, and teacher education.
“I find this book to be a very well done, comprehensive text, with useful activities and exceptional case briefs” —DrRead full reviews of School Law for K-12 Educators ....
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School Law for K-12 Educators avoids the often-complex presentation of education laws and the issues surrounding education. The text allow prospective headteachers, counsellors and teachers to grasp essential legalities of public school law without being weighed down with complex, non-essential details. School Law for K-12 Educators provides education professionals with a practical knowledge of school law so that they may function in the education setting with confidence and competence. Each chapter is a self-contained unit that contains case studies with discussion questions and provides an o
School Law for K-12 Educators avoids the often-complex presentation of education laws and the issues surrounding education. The text allow prospective principals, counselors, and teachers to grasp essential legalities of public school law without being weighed down with complex, non-essential details. School Law for K-12 Educators provides education professionals a practical knowledge of school law so that they may function in the education setting with confidence and competence. Each chapter is a self-contained unit that contains case studies with discussion questions and provides an overview
Store Search search Title, ISBN and Author School Law for K-12 Educators: Concepts and Cases by Frank D. Aquila Estimated delivery 3-12 business days Format Paperback Condition Brand New A practical, user-friendly approach to school law supported by carefully constructed information that is of immediate interest to classroom teachers, supervisors and school administrators. Key Features - Maps out the court??#039;s decision-making process in an easy-to-understand format ?? Illustrates the key as
Drawing on his experience as an educator, administrator, and attorney, Aquila (educational administration, Cleveland State U.) provides a guide to school law for prospective school administrators as well as upper-level undergraduate and graduate students studying in the field. He forgoes the complexity of traditional legal texts in favor of offering accessible information to readers with no legal training. Chapters cover significant topics including segregation, religion, student and teacher rights, competitive bidding and contracts, collective bargaining, financing, and student conduct. Each
Maps out the court’s decision-making process in an easy-to-understand format
Illustrates the key aspects of a legal issue through case-studies in every chapter
Explains complex cases with succinct case briefs that target legal laypersons and comprehensive chapter overviews that highlight important concepts
Encourages dialogue with accompanying discussion questions for each case brief and case study
Offers additional case briefs online at www.sagepub.com/aquilacasebriefs
Intended Audience: This book is designed for upper-level undergraduate and graduate students of school law and is a valuable resource for courses in school administration, supervision, and teacher education.
“I find this book to be a very well done, comprehensive text, with useful activities and exceptional case briefs” —Dr. Christine Villani, Southern Connecticut State University
“More than a comprehensive text, this is a reference work for any active school administrator. School Law for K–12 Educators will be found open on a desk more often than closed on the shelf.” —Philip Huckins, New England College
"The greatest strength is presentation of facts, narratives, cases, in a concise format with discussion questions and topics" —Audrey M. Clarke, California State University, Northridge
“This comprehensive resource is thoughtfully designed with a focus on legal currency and relevancy. The case briefs enhance an already distinctive textbook.” —Bradley Vance Balch, Indiana State University
"Well done book, comprehensive, and easy to read for educators. The most exceptional portion of this book are the case studies, and the exceptionally well done case briefs, excellent instructional tools." —Dr. Christine Villani, Southern Connecticut State University
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