This popular book provides future teachers a solid foundation in the history of American education, from its roots in European tradition, through the colonial period, to the challenges of the twenty-first century. Redesigned to highlight historical information throughout the book<b>. </b> Here are all of the important people, places, dates, events, and movements; along with a capsule presentation of the underlying principles of educational practice and straightforward, nonjudgmental coverage of all of the current controversies within our educational system.  For future teachers.

History of Education in America (9th Edition)

Education & Teaching

Pulliam, John D.

Van Patten, James J.

Schools & Teaching

Pearson

<p>This popular book provides a comprehensive overview of the history of American education and serves as a quick reference of the most important persons, dates, events, and movements that shaped the nation's system of education. Explores the background behind the growth and evolution of education in our society, including influential movements in educational history and influential leaders. Examines the most recent legislation, court decisions, and government policies, including programs initiated by the current administration to enhance the learning environment of children at risk for school failure. Discusses contemporary issues, such as inclusion for exceptional children, outcomes-based education, multiculturalism, The Civil Rights Act of 1991, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (IDEA), efforts to achieve gender equity, and the new emphasis on gender issues within or from a historical perspective. Projects current trends into the 21st century and reflects the work of such popular authors as Arthur Wirth, John Naisbitt, Alvin Toffler, Joseph Coates, Paul Kennedy, Wendell Bell, and C. Owen Paepke. For educators at all levels.</p>

History of Education in America (7th Edition)

PRENTICE/HALL

Van Patten (emeritus professor, U. of Arkansas, Fayetteville; Florida Atlantic U., Boca Raton) and Bergen (education, U. of S. Carolina-Columbia) offer a concise text on multiculturalism in education, for undergraduate and graduate students in global/comparative education, diversity, and multiculturalism classes. Thirty-four very brief case studies are grouped into sections on diversity in America; education and society; future connections; understanding children's individual needs; technology and the information age; and civility, comity, and ethics. Each case is followed by questions for discussion. Annotation (c) Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

A Case Study Approach to a Multi-Cultural Mosaic in Education (Mellen Studies in Education)

Bergen, Timothy J.

Edwin Mellen Pr

Appreciations of 15 people who have contributed to professionalism in American higher education, including George Peabody, Richard Nixon, Bill Clinton, "Ernie" Bayles, and Joseph Roucek. Other essays construct a portrait of an educated person of the next century, and discuss leadership in higher education. No index. Oversewn binding. Annotation copyright Book News, Inc. Portland, Or.

Academic Profiles in Higher Education

Higher & Continuing Education

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History of Education in America (9th Edition)

History of Education in America (7th Edition)

A Case Study Approach to a Multi-Cultural Mosaic in Education (Mellen Studies in Education)

Academic Profiles in Higher Education