From Understanding Poverty to Develping Human Capacity

by Ruby K. Payne, Dan Shenk (Editor)

From Understanding Poverty to Developing Human Capacity details how schools, churches, courts, businesses, and communities can build resources for people in poverty. With nine articles written by Dr. Payne, along with two co-written with her colleague, Philip DeVol, these writings cover the gamut of Dr. Payne's efforts in dealing with poverty-related issues. Now educators of all levels, clergy, community leaders, business professionals, and others are better positioned to help raise achievement, grow resources, and aid in the personal and professional development of everyone they work with.

Genres: Nonfiction

184 pages, Paperback

First published April 12, 2012

About the author

Ruby K. Payne is an American educator and author best known for her book A Framework for Understanding Poverty and her work on the culture of poverty and its relation to education. Payne received an undergraduate degree from Goshen College in 1972. She holds a Ph.D. in educational leadership and policy studies from Loyola University in Illinois, and is the founder of aha! Process, Inc., a company that informs schools, companies and other organizations about poverty.

Reviews

[Jana Kelley · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a good book. Wasn’t exactly what I needed for my own work, but would be great for schools I still read it bc I’m interested in the topic. But I think what I’m really looking for is Another book by same folks: What Every Church Needs to Know About Poverty.

[Jana Bromley · Rating 1 out of 5]

Stereotypes and anecdotal evidence and lack of research/peer review.

[Natalie Krivas · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent read. To understand our students, we must understand that money is just one of the many resources affected by poverty.

This compilation of texts takes a deep dive into the system of poverty and how it shapes public schools in the United States. It's a great resource in of itself; offering perspectives that speak to educational professionals, leaders, parents, and the students themselves.

Recommend for anyone.