Education: A Very Short Introduction

Education: A Very Short Introduction

From the schools of ancient times to the present day, Gary Thomas explores how and why education has evolved has it has. Examining education worldwide, he explains the way schools work, noting how curricula are remarkably consistent around the world. Delving into some of the big questions, Thomas explores the history of education in this Very Short Introduction. Considering various styles such as progressive versus formal, he also explores the ideas of some
of the big theorists, including Piaget and Vygotsky.

Looking at different forms of education and styles of teaching, he considers the ways in which education is being improved by matching styles of learning to teaching, and ensuring that schools are more inclusive and meaningful for a broader range of students. He finishes by considering the ways in which education may develop over the coming century.

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  • Format: Paperback | 160 pages
  • Dimensions: 114 x 173 x 10mm | 145g
  • Publication date: 19 May 2013
  • Publisher: Oxford University Press
  • Publication City/Country: Oxford, United Kingdom
  • Language: English
  • Illustrations note: 10 black and white halftones
  • ISBN10: 0199643261
  • ISBN13: 9780199643264
  • Bestsellers rank: 91,769

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