A Brief History of Schooling in the United States

A Brief History of Schooling in the United States

Author: Edward Janak

Publisher: Springer

Published: 2019-08-02

Total Pages: 120

ISBN-13: 3030243974

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This book presents a sweeping overview of the historical and philosophical foundations of schooling in the United States. Beginning with education among the indigenous peoples of the Americas and going on to explore European models of schooling brought into the United States by European colonists, the author carefully traces the arc of educational reform through major episodes of the nation’s history. In doing so, Janak establishes links between schools, politics, and society to help readers understand the forces impacting educational policy from its earliest conception to the modern day. Chapters focus on the philosophical, political, and social concepts that shaped schooling of dominant and subcultures in the United States in each period. Far from being merely concerned with theoretical foundations, each chapter also presents a snapshot of the “nuts and bolts” of schooling during each period, examining issues such as pedagogical devices, physical plants, curricular decisions, and funding patterns.


Education: A Very Short Introduction

Education: A Very Short Introduction

Author: Gary Thomas

Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA

Published: 2013-03-28

Total Pages: 161

ISBN-13: 0199643261

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From the schools of ancient times to the present day, Gary Thomas looks at how and why education evolved as it has. By exploring some of the big questions, he examines the ways in which schools work, considers the differences around the world, and concludes by considering the future of education worldwide.


Key Concepts in Early Childhood Education and Care

Key Concepts in Early Childhood Education and Care

Author: Cathy Nutbrown

Publisher: SAGE

Published: 2011-01-18

Total Pages: 193

ISBN-13: 1446210189

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This new edition of Cathy Nutbrown′s much loved book explains the key ideas and issues in Early Childhood clearly and concisely, keeping students up-to-date with the latest developments in the field. There are brand new entries on: - Attachment - Babies′ learning and development - Children′s Centres - Citizenship - Digital Technologies - Early Years Foundation Stage - Early Years Professional Status - Neuroscience - Sexualities The rest of the book has also been thoroughly updated and revised, and includes coverage of heuristic play, Early Literacy Development and Parental Involvement. The book offers starting points which provide a clear focus, further reading and discussion of research on thirty-five key topics. It is a must for students following courses in early childhood education and care. Professor Cathy Nutbrown directs and teaches on Masters and Doctoral programmes in Early Childhood Education at the University of Sheffield.


The Struggle for the History of Education

The Struggle for the History of Education

Author: Gary McCulloch

Publisher: Taylor & Francis

Published: 2011-02-25

Total Pages: 153

ISBN-13: 1136811249

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In The Struggle for History Education, Gary McCulloch sets out a vision for a future of study in the history of education which contributes to education, history and social sciences alike.


Oral History and Education

Oral History and Education

Author: Kristina R. Llewellyn

Publisher: Springer

Published: 2017-04-03

Total Pages: 396

ISBN-13: 134995019X

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This book considers if and how oral history is ‘best practice’ for education. International scholars, practitioners, and teachers consider conceptual approaches, methodological limitations, and pedagogical possibilities of oral history education. These experts ask if and how oral history enables students to democratize history; provides students with a lens for understanding nation-states’ development; and supports historical thinking skills in the classrooms. This book provides the first comprehensive assessment of oral history education – inclusive of oral tradition, digital storytelling, family histories, and testimony – within the context of 21st century schooling. By addressing the significance of oral history for education, this book seeks to expand education’s capacity for teaching and learning about the past.


Memory and critique: Essays on the history of educatión and school in Spain an Germany

Memory and critique: Essays on the history of educatión and school in Spain an Germany

Author: Roith, Christian

Publisher: Universidad Almería

Published: 2015-05-05

Total Pages: 206

ISBN-13: 8416027870

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Formato del archivo: PDF The present volume collects the updated versions of several contributions already published elsewhere and some new chapters on the history of education in Spain and Germany which have been brought together in this form for the benefit of those attending English-language classes on the topic aimed at international as well as Spanish students. The individual articles function as case studies of different fields in the history of education. They are characterised not only by their difference in focus, but also in the methods and sources they include, providing an insight into the breadth and variety of the field. It is particularly noteworthy that the comparative orientation of several articles moves beyond a national perspective of history, demonstrating concrete examples of the transnational interconnectedness of producing and circulating educational knowledge.