Education - A Very Short Introduction - Thomas Gary

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Résumé :
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.

Biographie:
Gary Thomas has spent his career working in education, first as a primary school teacher, then as an educational psychologist, then as an academic in five universities. He is currently a professor in education at the University of Birmingham.

Sommaire:
Preface; 1 Beginnings; 2 Oil and water: the formal and the progressive; 3 The traditions unfold: ideas into practice; 4 Big ideas from the 20th century; 5 Analysts and theorists: what did they ever do for us?; 6 The curriculum; 7 School's out!; References; Further reading

It's a real gem of a book that pulls ideas together, that challenges and inspires - and that makes you laugh. Highly recommended. Times Higher Education Supplement ...an elegant and engaging work. Gary Thomas has sketched key issues with admirable economy and insight. Professor Chris Husbands, Director - Institute of Education, University of London