Philosophy of Education

Philosophy of Education : An Anthology

Philosophy of Education: An Anthology brings together the essential historical and contemporary readings in the philosophy of education. * The readings have been selected for their philosophical merit, their focus on important aspects of educational practice and their readability. * Includes classic pieces by Plato, Aristotle, Isocrates, Locke, Rousseau, Mill, and Dewey. * Addresses topical issues such as teacher professionalism and accountability, the commercialization of schooling, multicultural education, and parental choice.

  • Format: Paperback | 608 pages
  • Dimensions: 175 x 240 x 29mm | 900g
  • Publication date: 22 Dec 2006
  • Publisher: John Wiley And Sons Ltd
  • Imprint: Wiley-Blackwell (an imprint of John Wiley & Sons Ltd)
  • Publication City/Country: Chicester, United Kingdom
  • Language: English
  • ISBN10: 1405130237
  • ISBN13: 9781405130233
  • Bestsellers rank: 347,399

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