With over 25 years invested in public education, I can attest that Justin Collin's insight is right on target!  School reform must begin in the classroom with a focus on student engagement for sustainable change.  Without 21st Century critical thinking skills as the paramount focus in public education, students will not be ready for our fast-paced ever-changing world.  This will ... Read morebe a must-read for all front-line educators
the teachers!
Elise W. Kail, Midland, TX Clear and compelling this book is an invaluable resource for all educators.  It is well written with keen insight into teacher pedagogy and its profound effect on student engagement and ultimately performance.  Thought-provoking and insightful, Battling the Student Engagement Front is a must read.
Maggie Cuellar, area superintendent, Alief ISD Great observations and information is shared on the future of schools and public education.  These will enhance teacher educator and administrator leadership skills.  Student achievement will also become a positive result.
Carl Montoya, Superintendent, Brownsville ISD Justin Collins has written a highly engaging book that is provocative at every step of his analysis.  He makes the case that advocates and judges have mistakenly focused on achieving equality of funding rather than achieving educational quality within the current funding context.  Collins asserts that the latter option is possible.  In the end, he leaves us with a hopeful and uplifting message.
David Herring, dean, University of New Mexico Law School Show Less