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A History of American Higher Education
Posted by in Uncategorized on March 10, 2010
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Colleges and universities are among the most cherished institutions in American society—and also among the most controversial. Yet affirmative action and skyrocketing tuition are only the most recent dissonant issues to emerge. Recounting the many crises and triumphs in the long history of American higher education, historian John Thelin provides welcome perspective on this influential aspect of American life. In A History of American Higher Education, The… More >>
A History of American Higher Education
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Catching Up or Leading the Way: American Education in the Age of Globalization
Posted by in Uncategorized on February 15, 2010
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At a time when globalization and technology are dramatically altering the world we live in, is education reform in the United States headed down the right path? Are schools emphasizing the knowledge and skills that students need in a global society–or are they actually undermining their strengths by overemphasizing high-stakes testing and standardization? Are education systems in China and other countries really as superior as some people claim.
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Catching Up or Leading the Way: American Education in the Age of Globalization
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Foundations of American Education
Posted by in Uncategorized on February 1, 2010
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The Sixth Edition of Foundations of American Education emphasizes the defining topics in education today — a diverse population, an increasingly globalized society, and the impact of standards and assessment on student learning. Explore this text to gain an understanding of how the evolution of education affects today’s teaching and learning in a constantly changing world. Become a highly qualified teacher by connecting theory and practice, and by examining the ph… More >>
Foundations of American Education
