Expanding the reach of education reforms : : perspectives from leaders in the scale-up of educational interventions / / [edited by] Thomas K. Glennan ... [et al.] ; prepared for the Ford Foundation.

How does one spread a successful educational reform? The essays here recount the authors' experiences with the scale-up process. Among their lessons are the importance of building the capacity to implement and sustain the reforms, adjusting for local culture and policy, ensuring quality control...

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Year of Publication:2004
Edition:1st ed.
Language:English
Physical Description:1 online resource (747 p.)
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  • At foot of t.p.: Rand Education.
  • "MG-248-FF"--P. [4] of cover.
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Summary:How does one spread a successful educational reform? The essays here recount the authors' experiences with the scale-up process. Among their lessons are the importance of building the capacity to implement and sustain the reforms, adjusting for local culture and policy, ensuring quality control, providing the necessary infrastructure, and fostering a sense of ownership. The process is iterative and complex and requires cooperation among many actors who must ensure that the results align with goals.
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references.
ISBN:0833040650
1598751158
Hierarchical level:Monograph
Statement of Responsibility: [edited by] Thomas K. Glennan ... [et al.] ; prepared for the Ford Foundation.