Foundations of American Education, Video-Enhanced Pearson Etext with Loose-Leaf Version -- Access Card Package

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The new Sixteenth Edition of this classic text presents a broad introduction to the foundations of education through discussion of theory and practice in such areas as advocacy; legislation; and the current social, political, and economic climate. In it, teachers gain a realistic perspective and approach to their work. Current, thoughtful, and completely up-to-date, Foundations of American Education presents a comprehensive look at the fast-paced world of information and the underlying constructs influencing today’s schools. The book includes comprehensive coverage of recent trends and issues in schools, the emergence of Common Core State Standards, RTI, and the continuing emphasis on assessment. The Enhanced Pearson eText features embedded video.

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Current, thoughtful, and completely up-to-date, this classic text presents a broad introduction to the foundations of education through discussions of theory and practice in such critical areas as advocacy, legislation, and the current social, political, and economic climate. In it, teachers get a realistic perspective and approach to their work that is informed by serious, reflective philosophical and historical principles. This mixture of reflection on principles in the midst of pressures to change and remain current makes this edition especially unique.

• This edition is updated to include coverage of the fast-paced world of information and underlying constructs that influence today’s schools.
• The authors pay close attention to recent trends and issues in schools, as well as the emergence of Common Core State Standards, RTI and the continuing emphasis on assessment.
• Included are multiple opportunities for students to make sense of the changes in the world, to determine a reflective response to the present, and to adjust responses and practices as new changes emerge.
  
  

Also from James A. Johnson, Diann L. Musial, Gene E. Hall and Donna M. Gollnik:

0137012527 - Foundations of American Education: Perspectives on Education in a Changing World, 15/e - ©2011 

Also from Donna M. Gollnick and Gene E. Hall:

0205405592 - The Joy of Teaching: Making a Difference in Student Learning, 1/e - ©2008

Also from Donna M. Gollnick:

0132893657 - Multicultural Education in a Pluralistic Society Plus MyEducationLab with Pearson eText, 9/e - ©2013 

Also from Gene E. Hall:

0137010273 - Implementing Change: Patterns, Principles, and Potholes, 3/e - ©2011