RESOURCES. RESEARCH. PRACTICES.
EDUTAS draws from the following research and resources to design, develop, and deliver high-quality technical assistance and learning opportunities for educators. This curated collection of resources includes, but is not limited to, seminal work by theorists and practitioners working to improve education systems locally, regionally, nationally, and globally. Users will find resources primarily focused on leadership, instruction, equity, and systems change topics. We update our collection regularly. If you have a resource to recommend or questions about any of the resources provided, please contact us for consideration.
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Resources and References
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Biscoe, B., Koehler, P., Mancuso, M., Owens-West, R., Peixotto, K., Richardson, D., and Tempes, F., in collaboration with Harsh, S. and Redding, S., (2010). Model to Build State Department of Education Capacity Comprehensive Center Work Group.
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