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Recommended Professional Journals for Teachers and
Librarians
from Middle & Junior High School Library Catalog
 Title:
Art Education
Publisher: National Art Education Association
Price: $25 per year (members), $50 per year (non-members)
Frequency: Bimonthly
Abstract: "Articles on current directions, problems, and exemplary
approaches in visual art education at all instructional levels.
Articles may focus on the art curriculum, teaching strategies,
innovative programs, or a special area of the curriculum such as
studio, art criticism, or art history. Each issue of Art Education
includes four full-color reproductions of works of art, with
commentary and lesson plan suggestions for use at both elementary and
secondary levels." (NAEA website)
Title: Educational Leadership
Publisher: Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development
Price: $49 per year (must be a member of this organization)
Frequency: Bimonthly September through May
Abstract: This magazine discusses "teaching and learning, new ideas
and practices relevant to practicing educators, and the latest trends
and issues affecting prekindergarten through higher education." (ASCD
website)
Title: Edutopia: The World of Learning
Publisher: The George Lucas Educational Foundation
Price: Free
Frequency: Bimonthly
Abstract: Published by the George Lucas Foundation and evolved from
their website that features multimedia streaming video to support many
of the journal articles, Edutopia focuses on the newest research,
theories, and practices in K-12 education and relates it to schools
around the world that are already implementing them. Best New
Publication 2005 Maggie Awards
Title: English Journal
Publisher: National Council of Teachers of English
Price: $25 per year (price for members)
Frequency: Bimonthly September through July
Abstract: "A journal of ideas for English language arts teachers in
junior and senior high schools and middle schools. EJ presents
information on the teaching of writing and reading, literature, and
language. Each issue examines the relationship of theory and research
to classroom practice and reviews current materials of interest to
English teachers, including books and electronic media." (NCTE
website)
Title: Instructor
Publisher: Scholastic, Inc.
Price: $14 per year
Frequency: Monthly August, September, October, March, and April.
Bimonthly November/December, January/February, May/June
Abstract: This magazine is focused on elementary and middle school
teachers with lots of classroom activities as well as feature
articles, monthly columns and education news.
Title: JOPERD
Publisher: American Alliance for Health, Physical Education,
Recreation and Dance
Price: $145 per year
Frequency: Monthly (except June)
Abstract: The Journal of Physical Education, Recreation & Dance is the
professional magazine for the American Alliance of Health, Physical,
Recreation, and Dance. It addresses a variety of HPERD issues
including articles on teaching strategies, fitness, legal issues,
assessment, dancing, teacher education, adapted physical education,
leisure for older adults, the use of technology, and ethics and gender
equity in sports and physical education.
Title: Knowledge Quest
Publisher: American Library Association
Price: $40 per year
Frequency: Bimonthly September through May
Abstract: This publication, along with its companion website KQonline,
"is devoted to offering substantive information to assist
building-level library media specialists, supervisors, library
educators, and other decision makers concerned with the development of
school library media programs and services. Articles address the
integration of theory and practice in school librarianship and new
developments in education, learning theory, and relevant disciplines."
(ALA website)
Title: Language Arts
Publisher: National Council of Teachers of English
Price: $25 per year (members)
Frequency: Bimonthly September-July
Abstract: "A professional journal for elementary and middle school
teachers and teacher educators. It provides a forum for discussions on
all aspects of language arts learning and teaching, primarily as they
relate to children in prekindergarten through the eighth grade. Issues
discuss both theory and classroom practice, highlight current
research, and review children's and young adolescent literature, as
well as classroom and professional materials of interest to language
arts educators." (NCTE website)
Title: Learning and Leading with Technology
Publisher: International Society for Technology in Education
Price: $79 per year (members)
Frequency: Monthly (except June, July, August), bimonthly
December/January
Abstract: Member subscription of the International Society for
Technology in Education, introduces classroom applications of newer
technology, integration strategies, and leadership strategies for
implementing instructional technology into schools.
Title: Middle School Journal
Publisher: National Middle School Association
Price: $40 per year
Frequency: 5 times per year (September, November, January, March, May)
Abstract: Peer-reviewed, membership-distributed journal of the
National Middle School Association, focusing on topics related to
teaching middle school students. Focused on middle school curriculum
implementation and teaching strategies.
Title: Phi Delta Kappan
Publisher: Phi Delta Kappa International, Inc.
Price: $58 per year
Frequency: Monthly (except July and August)
Abstract: "The professional print journal for education, addresses
policy issues for educators at all levels. Advocating research-based
school reform, the Kappan provides a forum for debate on controversial
subjects." (PDKINTL website)
Title: Preventing School Failure
Publisher: Heldref Publications
Price: $113 for institutions, otherwise $28.25 per copy
Frequency: Quarterly
Abstract: "Helps educators and other professionals seeking to promote
the success of students who have learning and behavioral problems. It
offers examples of programs and practices that help children and youth
in schools, clinics, correctional institutions, and other settings." (Heldref
website)
Title: The Reading Teacher
Publisher: International Reading Association
Price: $61 per year (members), $15 per issue (non-members)
Frequency: Eight times per year
Abstract: Topics range from research-based suggestions about teaching
phonics to the latest thinking about technology integration, and from
reviews of children's books to ideas that promote learning from
nonfiction text.
Title: School Library Media Research
Publisher: American Library Association
Price: Free
Frequency: 5 times a year
Abstract: "An official journal of the American Association of School
Librarians. It is the successor to School Library Media Quarterly
Online. The purpose of School Library Media Research is to promote and
publish high quality original research concerning the management,
implementation, and evaluation of school library media programs. The
journal will also emphasize research on instructional theory, teaching
methods, and critical issues relevant to school library media."
(Publisher's note)
Note: This is a web-based only publication
Title: Science Books and Films
Publisher: American Association for the Advancement of Science
Price: $45 per year
Frequency: Bimonthly
Abstract: "Published by the American Association for the Advancement
of Science (AAAS), SB&F is the only critical review journal devoted
exclusively to print and nonprint materials in all of the sciences and
for all age groups. Every year, SB&F evaluates nearly 1,000 books,
videos and DVDs, and software packages for general audiences,
professionals, teachers, and students from kindergarten through
college." (AAAS website)
Title: Science Scope
Publisher: National Science Teachers Association
Price: $67 per year for members
Frequency: Eight times per year
Abstract: National Science Teachers Association's professional journal
for middle school science teachers. Practical ideas for teaching
science based on middle school theory and practice.
Title: Social Education
Publisher: National Council for the Social Studies
Price: $35 per year (members), otherwise $7.50 per issue
Frequency: Monthly in September, October, March, April. Bimonthly
November/December, January/February, May/June
Abstract: This journal, which includes the supplement Middle Level
Learning featuring lesson ideas focused on the middle grades (3 times
yearly) "contains a balance of theoretical content and practical ideas
for classroom use. Our award-winning resources include techniques for
using teaching materials in the classroom, information on the latest
instructional technology, reviews of educational media, research on
significant topics related to social studies, and lesson plans that
can be applied to various disciplines." (NCSS website)
Title: Teacher Magazine
Publisher: Editorial Projects in Education
Price: $17.94 per year
Frequency: Bimonthly (except for July and single-month October issue)
Abstract: A sister publication of Education Week, Teacher Magazine is
focused upon current news and stories of interest to classroom
teachers.
Title: Teaching Exceptional Children
Publisher: Council for Exceptional Children
Price: $24 per year
Frequency: Bimonthly September-July
Abstract: "TEC, an official publication of the Council for Exceptional
Children, is published specifically for teachers and administrators of
children with disabilities and children who are gifted. TEC features .
. . articles that present methods and materials for classroom use as
well as current issues in special education teaching and learning. TEC
also brings its readers the latest data on technology, assistive
technology, and procedures and techniques with applications to
students with exceptionalities." (CEC website)
Title: Teaching PreK-8: Teacher Resources for
Professional Development
Publisher: Highlights for Children, Inc.
Price: $16 per year
Frequency: Monthly (except June, July, August, December)
Abstract: This publication was Highlights Winner of the 2003
Association of Education Publishers Distinguished Achievement Award
and includes reviews of classroom products, "Green Pages" listing
ideas for classroom activities, and articles and columns written by
teachers about their experiences.
Title: Teaching Tolerance Magazine
Publisher: Teaching Tolerance
Price: No charge to educators
Frequency: Twice a year
Abstract: "Founded in 1991 by the Southern Poverty Law Center,
Teaching Tolerance provides educators with free educational materials
that promote respect for differences and appreciation of diversity in
the classroom and beyond. Published twice a year, our magazine
profiles educators, schools and programs promoting diversity and
equity in inspirational and replicable ways." (Teaching Tolerance
website)
Title: Technology and Learning
Publisher: C M P Media
Price: Free to qualified personnel
Frequency: Monthly
Abstract: "The Resource for Education Technology Leaders" targets
teachers as well as technology coordinators and administrators with
ideas for and the theory behind the educational use of technology
resources in the classroom.
Title: Voices from the Middle
Publisher: National Council of Teachers of English
Price: $20 per year (members)
Frequency: September, December, March, May
Abstract: "Devotes each issue to one topic or concept related to
literacy and learning at the middle school level. Each issue includes
teachers' descriptions of authentic classroom practices, middle school
students' reviews of adolescent literature, a technology column, and
reviews of professional resources for teachers." (NCTE website) |
