'This is a timely, accessible and engaging book of considerable
intellectual stature, bold imagination and practical wisdom. Not
only does it develop penetrating, elegant analyses of what is wrong
with current state controlled and alternative approaches to
contemporary education, it also offers imaginative, practical
suggestions for a more fulfilling, human centred alternative.'
Professor Michael Fielding, Institute of Education, University
of London, UK.
'With great sensitivity and force, and in wonderfully clear
prose, Scherto Gill and Garrett Thomson explore some fundamental
questions about what we want from our education system and what we
can expect from it. ...] It is highly recommended for all who are
interested in education, whether from a more theoretical point of
view or from a more practical point of view'
Professor Adrian W. Moore, Faculty of Philosophy, University of
Oxford, UK."
Could we have a system of secondary education that provides
alternatives to the current mainstream schooling and its emphasis
on exams, learning outcomes and the delivery of a fixed
curriculum?
How could such a system focus on both human and educational
values?
How could secondary education combine the personal development
of students with good academic standards?"
In response to these questions, Gill and Thomson have written a
new, cutting-edge text aimed at all those involved in the study of
education or teacher training. "Rethinking Secondary Education"
explores, debates and critiques new and alternative approaches to
teaching young people today.
The book discusses a 'human-centred' approach to curriculum,
pedagogy, assessment and the culture of schools and colleges. It is
grounded in theory and empirical research, discussing the need for
a curriculum for the future, bridging a gap between mainstream and
alternative education. It also offers practical guidance on how
these ideas can be put into practice, making it an ideal resource
for trainee teachers, experienced practitioners and students of
education alike.
Key features of the text:
A balanced approach, comparing and contrasting both traditional
and alternative approaches to education
Strong grounding in theory and research
The inclusion of young people's perspectives and 'voices' on
their education and on being an adolescent
Links to practice - showing how the theory and research can
actually be put into practice to bring about change
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