Reimagining American education to serve all our children: why should we educate in a democracy?

"Reimagining American Education to Serve All Our Children: Why Should we Educate in a Democracy? examines and re-evaluates the history and purpose of public education in the United States, in order to provide students of current and future generations with a robust and fulfilling learning exper...

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Main Authors: Greenblatt, Deborah (Author), Michelli, Nicholas M. 1942- (Author), Auslander, Lisa (Author), Campo, Stacey (Author)
Format: Electronic eBook
Language:English
Published: New York, NY Routledge 2020
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Summary:"Reimagining American Education to Serve All Our Children: Why Should we Educate in a Democracy? examines and re-evaluates the history and purpose of public education in the United States, in order to provide students of current and future generations with a robust and fulfilling learning experience. The authors approach knowledge from a critical perspective, with the intention of broadening the definition of knowledge and critical thinking, positioning education as a gateway to life's endless possibilities and participation in a democratic society. In asking "why should we educate in a democracy rather than why do we educate in a democracy," the authors suggest directions that need to be taken to enhance democracy, social justice, and the positive effects of education for all"--
Item Description:Description based on online resource; title from digital title page (viewed on December 17, 2019)
Physical Description:1 online resource (viii, 265 pages)
ISBN:0429431686
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