When Is Enough,Enough? - Overview

Elaine Tempkin, a high school history teacher has high expectations of students who engage in critical thinking, collaborative work in her classes. One student, however, is angry at her demanding approach; he refuses to work. The case depicts her work with Mark and details her thematic approach to teaching historical perspective.

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