The spirit of the school / Julian Stern.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Stern, Julian, author.

Series:

Continuum studies in education.

Continuum studies in educaion

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Education.

Schools.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (225 p.)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

London ; New York : Continuum International Pub. Group, 2009.

Language Note:

English

Summary:

"Recent interest in personalized learning and the issues raised by Every Child Matters have led to renewed enthusiasm for the more personal and holistic aspects of schooling. This fascinating monograph draws on empirical evidence from schools across the world to answer key questions such as: - What is the spirit of the school? - How does it differ from school ethos? - What can teachers and pupils do to contribute to the spirit of the school? Drawing heavily on research into learning theories (from the social constructivist tradition), community (from the philosophy of John Macmurray) and dialogue (from the philosophy of Martin Buber), Julian Stern's unique and illuminating book will stimulate fresh thinking about spiritual education."--Bloomsbury Publishing.

Contents:

Acknowledgements

Preface

Chapter 1. Introduction : exploring humanity, spirituality and religions in school

Chapter 2. School communities and the possibility of friendship

Chapter 3. Learning together in the creative school

Chapter 4. Monologue or dialogue? Stepping away from the abyss

Chapter 5. 'Great-souled' schooling and the spirit of the leader

Chapter 6. Conclusion : understanding and promoting the spirit of the school

The Spirit of the School methodology and toolkit

Bibliography

Index.

Notes:

Description based upon print version of record.

Includes bibliographical references (pages 191-200) and index.

ISBN:

9786612136634

9781472541314

1472541316

9781282136632

1282136631

9781441149145

1441149147

OCLC:

432996368