Biography
Dr. Will Jordan's recent scholarship has focused on conducting empirical research to enhance program and policy development for improving the conditions of education in urban schools. In recent years, he has engaged in a variety of research projects on issues such as high school and postsecondary collaborations, the connection between school leadership content knowledge in mathematics and instructional quality, and interventions to improve failing comprehensive high schools. His primary interests and expertise fall in the areas of sociology of education, urban education, high school reform, resiliency among adolescents of color, and at-risk students.
Courses Taught
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Number |
Name |
Level |
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URBE 5501 |
Urban Schools |
Graduate |
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URBE 5611 |
Reforming City Schools |
Graduate |
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URBE 5630 |
Special Seminar in Urban Education |
Graduate |
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EPSY 8627 |
Introduction to Research Design and Methods |
Graduate |
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EDUC 5010 |
Special Topics in Education |
Graduate |
Selected Publications
Featured
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Legters, N.E., Balfanz, R., Jordan, W.J., & McPartland, J.M. (2002). Comprehensive Reform for Urban High Schools: A Talent Development Approach. Sociology of Education Series. New York: Teachers College Press. Retrieved from http://libproxy.temple.edu/
Recent
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Kuriloff, P., Jordan, W., Sutherland, D., & Ponnock, A. (2019). Teacher preparation and performance in high-needs urban schools: What matters to teachers. Teaching and Teacher Education, 83, pp. 54-63. doi: 10.1016/j.tate.2019.04.001
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Kaimal, G. & Jordan, W.J. (2016). Do incentive-based programs improve teacher quality and student achievement? An analysis of implementation in 12 urban charter schools. Teachers College Record, 118(7).