Decades of differing philosophies and conventions have placed the idea of change at the forefront of reform efforts (Rothkopf, 2009). With the implementation of the rigorous, complex Alabama College and Career Ready Standards, a deeper understanding of subject matter is required, and the complexities of these standards require specialized content…

The present study was designed to examine the PLC elements identified by the leadership team at Angel Primary School. The three features of the school's implemented innovation were common formative assessment, the school's collaboration plan and differentiated instruction. The data collection instruments allowed participants (n = 18) to indicate…

This ethnographic study investigated the implementation process of mathematics curriculum initiatives designed to improve student achievement in a test-driven accountability environment. The research focused on complex factors within the school contextual environment influencing implementation and student achievement specifically, leadership;…