Why educators have problems with some students: Understanding frames of preference

Abstract

Some educators believe that if they do their jobs properly, all their students will learn, and school will be a happy, productive and comfortable place for everybody. The reality is that not everyone has the same preferences – for teaching and learning. Recounts research that shows what the differences are between educators and students who might be characterized at‐risk. Also included are administrative implications.

Citation

Gilbert, M.B. (1999), "Why educators have problems with some students: Understanding frames of preference", Journal of Educational Administration, Vol. 37 No. 3, pp. 243-256. https://doi.org/10.1108/09578239910275481