Book cover for Gaining on the Gap: Changing Hearts, Minds, and Practice by Palma Strand, Robert G Smith, Tim Cotman, Cheryl Robinson, Martha Swaim and Alvin Crawley
2011 Released
204 Pages
5-6 Hours
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R&L EducationISBN 9781610482905

Gaining on the Gap: Changing Hearts, Minds, and Practice serves as a guide along the journey taken by six individuals who each played a role in moving a school system along a path where race would not be a predictor for academic success. Join us as we share insights to challenges and victories as well as a close look at our own personal and professional growth.

Palma Strand

Palma Joe Strand is associate professor at Creighton Law School in Omaha, Nebraska.

Robert G Smith

Robert G. Smith is associate professor in the George Mason University's College of Education and Human Development's Education Leadership program.

Tim Cotman

Timothy Cotman, Jr. is a minority achievement coordinator with the Arlington Public Schools.

Martha Swaim

Marty Swaim is a cultural competence trainer.

Alvin Crawley

Alvin L. Crawley is assistant superintedent for student services at Arlington Public Schools.

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