Reimagining University and School Partnerships With Secondary Schools: Creating School Literacy Leaders Through Lesson Study

• In Event: AERA Poster Session 13
  In Poster Session: Lesson Study SIG: Classroom Insights Poster Session

Abstract

This research is a constructivist collaborative study between a university and five middle/high school districts. It uses lesson study as a framework that allows administrators and practitioners to meet the challenges of disciplinary content instruction. Research questions become: 1.) How does lesson study impact teacher practice? 2.) What is the impact of university and school collaboration on practice? Data is analyzed and interpreted using a mixed methods approach that examines both the processes and outcomes of the study. Findings demonstrate the positive impact of lesson study on administrator effectiveness and teacher practice, resulting in greater awareness of student potential. Findings also show the power of collaboration within and across multiple school contexts and with university faculty coaches.

Authors

• Marjorie E. Madden, Rowan University

• Valarie G. Lee, Rowan University

• Tina Casale, Washington Twp. Schools

• Ashley Horan, Washington Twp High School

• Maddie Lavoe, Washington Twp School District