Theory as the Most Practical of All Things: Theory Applications in Contemporary Practice

by M. Scott Norton

Overview

Authorities have set forth the belief that theory is the most practical of all things. Theory can be of paramount value to the practicing educational teacher and administrator. The contents of this book set forth the many primarily benefits of theory for education in general and professional practice specifically. In addition, the importance of including high levels of research and theory implementation in practice is supported throughout the book.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781475855074
Publisher:	Bloomsbury Academic
Publication date:	09/01/2020
Pages:	114
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.28(d)

About the Author

Dr. M. Scott Norton is a former school teacher, coordinator of curriculum, assistant superintendent and superintendent of schools. He has served as professor and vice-chairman of the Department of Educational Administration and Supervision at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and as professor and chairman of the Department of Educational Administration and Policy Studies at Arizona State University where he serves as professor emeritus.

Table of Contents

Preface

Chapter One: Theoretcal Concepts Over the Years: What Theory Is and What It Is Not

Chapter Two: Educational Theories of the Scientific Management Era and Their Presence In Contemporary Practices

Chapter Three: Concepts of the Human Relations Era: Their Influence on Contemporary Practice

Chapter Four: Postmodernism: Behavioral Science and the Reconstructionist Movement

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Editorial Reviews

The educational administrator resides in one of the most challenging, complex and responsible executive officer chairs in our society today. The administrator both directly and/or indirectly accepts responsibility for the academic achievement of every student under his or her supervision while at the same time has no control over the environment from which the student comes to school. The administrator oversees the activities of educators guiding the learner through a myriad of academic disciplines ranging from our language, mathematics, the sciences, our history, our government while at the same time serving as a model for their students on adapting to an ever changing society. Immediately upon opening Theory As The Most Practical of All Things, Norton guides the reader through the history of theory, the development of theory, and the application of theory to the reader’s/administrator’s daily challenges as he/she provides the leadership, guidance, and support needed by everyone—teachers, guidance counselors, coaches, parents, other support staff, activity sponsors—responsible for the success of every student in the school. In every chapter, Norton challenges the reader to question why or what theory or belief system has shaped or influenced the reader’s decisions or behaviors. Upon completing the reading of Theory As The Most Practical of All Things, every reader will be equipped with a foundation that will enable him or her to successfully identify, articulate, develop and incorporate those theories, practices, or belief systems most applicable to his/her school. Theory As The Most Practical of All Things is written for the educator that wants to create and sustain a learning environment that meets the needs of every student.

Larry K. Kelly

The educational administrator resides in one of the most challenging, complex and responsible executive officer chairs in our society today. The administrator both directly and/or indirectly accepts responsibility for the academic achievement of every student under his or her supervision while at the same time has no control over the environment from which the student comes to school. The administrator oversees the activities of educators guiding the learner through a myriad of academic disciplines ranging from our language, mathematics, the sciences, our history, our government while at the same time serving as a model for their students on adapting to an ever changing society. Immediately upon opening Theory As The Most Practical of All Things, Norton guides the reader through the history of theory, the development of theory, and the application of theory to the reader’s/administrator’s daily challenges as he/she provides the leadership, guidance, and support needed by everyone—teachers, guidance counselors, coaches, parents, other support staff, activity sponsors—responsible for the success of every student in the school. In every chapter, Norton challenges the reader to question why or what theory or belief system has shaped or influenced the reader’s decisions or behaviors. Upon completing the reading of Theory As The Most Practical of All Things, every reader will be equipped with a foundation that will enable him or her to successfully identify, articulate, develop and incorporate those theories, practices, or belief systems most applicable to his/her school. Theory As The Most Practical of All Things is written for the educator that wants to create and sustain a learning environment that meets the needs of every student.” —Larry K. Kelly, Ed.D., author, educator, international consultant

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