The Pedagogy of Confidence

Dr. Jackson is internationally recognized for her work in assessing the learning potential of disenfranchised urban students.  In this new book, she shows educators how to focus on students' strengths to inspire learning and high intellectual performance. She provides practical approaches to help restore the confidence, motivation, and initiative of dedicated educators to search for and optimize the intellectual potential of urban students.  A must read for all educators struggling in the climate of reform who want to make a difference in their students' educational lives.