In praise of education
β Scribed by John I. Goodlad
- Publisher
- Teachers College Press
- Year
- 1997
- Tongue
- English
- Category
- Library
No coin nor oath required. For personal study only.
β¦ Synopsis
What is the nature and role of education in a democracy? In this thought-provoking and eloquent volume by the author of "A Place Called School", John Goodlad speaks to everyone faced with making critical choices for our nation's children, whether it be in the election area, our local schools, or within the personal setting of the family Pub: 3/97.
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