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By Jacqueline Perryman

Book review

Title: Fostering Resilience – Expecting All Students to Use Their Minds and Hearts Well
Author: Martin L Krovetz
Publisher: Corwin Press / Footprint Books Australia
ISBN: 9781412949590
Price: $47.95

WhilE American in authorship and context, Fostering Resilience ... embraces a global audience of consultant principals and leading teachers.
Now in its second edition, the text aspires to facilitate resilient learning communities via the understanding and application of four emotive elements: care for students; high expectations; substantive support; and participation.
Correlational studies highlighted throughout the text strengthen author Martin Krovetz’ personal and professional perspective – an insight built upon structured observations and his experience as a leading teacher.
Highlighting the importance of proactive methodologies and reflective teaching practice, Fostering Resilience ... is an affective tool in the evolution of stronger, and more humane learning communities.