"This text is an intriguing alternative to the steady diet of 'how
to' texts that dominate educational readings." -Ranae Stetson,
Texas Christian University "At a time when critical-reflective
teaching is constantly in jeopardy, John Dewey and the Art of
Teaching is very refreshing. Both prospective and experienced
teachers should find this work helpful if they are serious about
realizing democratic values. Policy makers need to take the time to
read this work to be reminded of the core values of democratic
education." -John Portelli, University of Toronto, Canada "The
authors, by championing the relationship of art to education, offer
a much needed counterbalance to our society's over-reliance on
standardized testing. I enthusiastically endorse this work and
would readily use it in both undergraduate social foundations of
education and masters' level philosophy of education courses."
-Tony Johnson, West Chester University "At last we have a volume
that beckons the uninitiated reader into a study of Dewey's
significant ideas about the art of teaching. The authors
demonstrate great intellectual integrity in describing these ideas
while expressing them in practical, even elegant prose." -Jackie
Blount, Iowa State University "This book translates Deweyan theory
and practice into common-sense, readable, and lucid language. It
extends and challenges thinking about the work of teaching, the
larger contexts in which it occurs, and the many roles of teachers
as change agents. It will also promote novel ways of thinking about
teaching for those entering the profession-and for those who strive
to teach more thoughtfully." -Joe DeVitis, University of Louisville
John Dewey and the Art of Teaching: Toward Reflective and
Imaginative Practice is an engaging and accessible introduction to
the art of teaching as seen through the eyes of John Dewey. Authors
Douglas J. Simpson, Michael J. B. Jackson, and Judy C. Aycock
provide a lucid interpretation of the complexities and art of
teaching in contemporary classrooms. In addition, they discuss,
apply, and question the practical implications of Dewey's ideas
about the art of teaching for beginning and practicing teachers.
Throughout the book, the reader reflects on the role of the teacher
as artist, orchestral conductor, lover, wise mother, navigator,
gardener, pioneer, social servant, engineer, curriculum builder,
group leader, composer, and wise physician. At the heart of the
discussion is the desire to support teachers in their pursuit of
thoughtful and innovative teaching. In addition, the book
encourages policy makers and educational leaders to help create
conditions in districts, schools, and classrooms that value
reflective and imaginative teachers who are free to think and
create as they educate each student in and for democratic
communities. Key Features * Chapters begin with an epigraph by
Dewey, and also include quotes from Dewey and questions for
reflection and discussion * Activities include creating a snapshot
of a teacher by using the ideas discussed, analyzing one's own
strengths and challenges by engaging in an introspective moment,
and considering reflective questions about the ideas presented * A
series of figures throughout the book summarize, clarify, and
illustrate ideas * Readers can record concluding thoughts for each
chapter under the heading A Summative Exercise: The Artistic
Teacher John Dewey and the Art of Teaching is perfectly suited as a
text for undergraduate and graduate courses such as introduction to
teaching, educational foundations, and philosophy of education.
Beginning and experienced teachers will also find a wealth of ideas
to apply in their classrooms.
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