Education : the basics / Kay Wood.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Wood, Kay, 1945-

Series:

Basics (Routledge (Firm))

The basics

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Education.

Education--Philosophy.

Physical Description:

xviii, 170 pages ; 21 cm.

Place of Publication:

Milton Park, Abingdon, Oxon ; New York : Routledge, 2011.

Summary:

Everyone knows that education is important, we are confronted daily by discussion of it in the media and by politicians, but how much do we really know about education? Education: The Basics is a lively and engaging introduction to education as an academic subject, taking into account both theory and practice. Covering the schooling system, the nature of knowledge and methods of teaching, this book analyses the viewpoints of both teachers and pupils. Key questions are answered, including: What is education and what is it for? Where does education take place? How do we learn? Who are the students? What is being taught in schools and universities and why? What is the state of education across the world? -- With further reading throughout, Education: The Basics is essential for all those embarking on undergraduate courses in Education and Education Studies, and for those with an involvement in teaching at all levels.

Contents:

Education and schooling

What are the purposes of schooling?

Who are the students?

What are we teaching students in schools and universities and why?

Teaching, learning and assessment

Alternative views of education

Education and the world.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

ISBN:

9780415589550

041558955X

9780415589543

0415589541

9780203809181

0203809181

OCLC:

697036781