An Interview with Dr. Ada Beth Cutler

Publication Date: January 2002

Publisher: Jewish Education Service of North America

Author(s): Shani Bechhofer

Research Area: Culture and religion; Education

Keywords: Jewish education; Leadership; Organizational Development

Type: Other

Coverage: United States

Abstract:

This interview brings a sage voice from the larger world of education into the conversation about standards and results in part-time Jewish education. Dr. Cutler outlines the current thinking in and about the standards movement, discussing the advantages, disadvantages, and limitations of using standards as a lever for educational reform. This piece can be useful for groups deliberating on establishing or changing standards for curriculum or teacher training.