Kenneth Fetterman

Biography

Temple Univ. (Philadelphia, PA)
Ed.D. in Curriculum & Instruction

Bowling Green State Univ. (Bowling Green, OH)
M.Ed. in Career & Technology Education

Millersville Univ. (Millersville, PA)
B.S. in Industrial Arts Education K-12

* Independent Scholar
AND
* Provider of In-service Teacher and Administrator Training in K-12 Schools
* Provider of Field-Based Services to #Workforce_Development Educators and Industrial Trainers

Senior Change Agent: K. Fetterman & Associates -- P.O. Box 22 -- Millersville, PA 17551 (U.S.A.)
*Facilitating Essential Learning for Early to Mid-stage #Practitioners of Education
*e-mail: kfetterman2013@yahoo.com

Smashwords Interview

What objectives do you expect your readers to fulfill when they purchase the books you published via Smashwords.com?
In response to this question, I shall address those manuscripts that are intended to facilitate professional development programs for pre-service and in-service practitioners. First, let me convey the objectives that may be realized as a result of applying the contents presented in the manuscript: "Becoming A Reflective Practitioner". This book reveals the significance of establishing an interconnected framework of professional communities to facilitate educational reforms. It provides readers with the tools to become more intentional in their efforts to initiate learning and modify the context in which learning occurs. Practitioners are provided with a series of tutorials that will enable them to conduct action (oriented) research; to examine the relationship between theoretical perspectives and learning; to assess their use of resources, teaching methods, and assessment tools; and to develop or modify their philosophical views about teaching and learning.

The professional development experiences contained in my book: "The Dichotomy of Instructional Design" will enable practitioners to design competency-based instruction (for training purposes) and facilitate student-centered learning that compels pupils to apply higher-order thought processes. The competency-based section of this manuscript is presented as a tutorial guide to traditional lesson planning which enables practitioners to formulate behavioral objectives and analogies, develop the content and sequence of a lesson, and evaluate the outcomes associated with a target competency. The outcome-based component of this manuscript provides practitioners with opportunities to develop conceptual frameworks (i.e. matrices) to facilitate and manage student-centered learning.

The e-book version of Establishing Better Schools: Navigating the Waters of Change (An Introduction to Developing Curriculum) will provide practitioners with an overview of the curriculum development (and Delphi Survey) processes. The work also includes an "Anthology" of the fundamental constructs and organizational principles as presented in the original (and historically significant) Bloom's 1956 Taxonomy of Educational Objectives (Handbook 1: [The] Cognitive Domain). When applied systematically across all subject areas, the information presented will permit practitioners to introduce innovations in Teaching and Learning which perpetuate "Better Schools".

These works are also available in a condensed (hybrid) presentation format as described in the (free) White Paper published via this website.
How may school districts or workforce development programs request additional information?
Information about facilitation strategies (i.e. Power Point Seminars) and related services provided below.

Please include the name of your school district, institution, or corporation and your name, e-mail address, phone number, etc.

Read my FREE White Paper to learn more about our practical workshops (i.e. THREE power point tutorial-style presentations).

Mail (or e-mail) ail requests for more information to:

Kenneth Fetterman
P.O. Box 22
Millersville, PA 17551 (USA)
e-mail: kfetterman2013@yahoo.com
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Books

Establishing Better Schools: Navigating the Waters of Change (An Introduction to Developing Curriculum)
Price: $5.99 USD. Words: 7,040. Language: English. Published: July 21, 2017 . Categories: Nonfiction » Education & Study Guides » Professional development, Nonfiction » Education & Study Guides » Educational policy & reform / general
This manuscript provides a detailed overview of the curriculum development process as it pertains to three levels of instruction (awareness, exploration, preparation). It contains an anthology of "the" historically significant (and relevant) Bloom's (1956) Taxonomy of educational objectives. The manuscript also provides practitioners with technical information about initiating Delphi Surveys.
A Definitive White Paper: Systemic Educational Reform (The Recommended Course of Action for Practitioners of Teaching and Learning)
Price: Free! Words: 4,760. Language: English. Published: January 17, 2017 . Categories: Essay » Business, Nonfiction » Education & Study Guides » Educational policy & reform / general
This manuscript addresses the need to bring about more effective teacher training and propagate innovative schools in the United States (and abroad). It is intended to serve as a policy statement and position paper which will enable political forces to rally behind a comprehensive strategy that will rectify the shortcomings of our educational system.
The Dichotomy of Instructional Design
Price: $15.00 USD. Words: 14,770. Language: English. Published: May 7, 2013 . Categories: Nonfiction » Education & Study Guides » Teaching, Nonfiction » Education & Study Guides » Educational policy & reform / general
This "innovative" professional development manual is comprised of research-based tutorials (i.e. training) that will enable current and future educators to initiate competency-based and outcome-based learning. It contains information/templates regarding the development of behavioral objectives, comprehensive lesson plans, and matrices to enhance higher-order thought processes.
Becoming A Reflective Practitioner
Price: $15.00 USD. Words: 17,980. Language: English. Published: May 3, 2013 . Categories: Nonfiction » Education & Study Guides » Educational policy & reform / general, Nonfiction » Education & Study Guides » Professional development
This book is essential reading for current and future educators. Via the information and templates that are provided, practitioners will learn to conduct action research and apply "relevant" theoretical perspectives to manage student learning. They will also be able to examine their relative use of instructional practices and enhance their philosophical perspectives about teaching/learning.
A Discovery of Technological Systems
Price: $4.99 USD. Words: 3,080. Language: English. Published: April 30, 2013 . Categories: Nonfiction » Children's Books » Science & Nature / Environmental Science & Ecosystems, Nonfiction » Engineering, trades, & technology » Inventions
This short play/dialog with a futuristic time capsule curriculum is intended for middle school students in courses related to science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (S.T.E.M.). The unique student-centered learning experience includes a project information guide, an implementation plan for educators, suggested student activities, and an assessment strategy.