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Books on: "educational theory" OR "educational theories"

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Learning from Our Mistakes: A Reinterpretation of Twentieth-Century Educational Theory

Book by Henry J. Perkinson; Greenwood Press, 1984

Subjects:

Education--Philosophy--History--20th Century

Collections: Philosophy, Education, Entire Library

...but making the choice of educational theory a matter of personal taste...that we can have progress in educational theory, and my suggestion is that...synthesis of twentieth-century educational theory. PART II How We Learn from...
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The Evolution of Educational Theory in the United States

Book by Dickson A. Mungazi; Praeger Publishers, 1999

Subjects:

Education--United States--Philosophy--History

Collections: Philosophy, Education, Entire Library

There is no better way to understand a society's assessment of its own success or failure than an examination of its theories of education, because any attempt to improve national performance will be reflected in educational policy. This study is a comprehensive account of the evolution of American ...
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There is no better way to understand a society's assessment of its own success or failure than an examination of its theories of education, because any attempt to improve national performance will be reflected in educational policy. This study is a comprehensive account of the evolution of American educational theory from the colonial period to the present. It includes a broad discussion of the foundations upon which early Americans built their educational policy, as well as influential factors unique to the American experience. From the Revolution to nineteenth century reform efforts to the turbulent twentieth century, educational theory has been adapted to suit the needs of an ever-changing, multicultural society.
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The Educational Theory of Jean Jacques Rousseau

Book by William Boyd; Russell & Russell, 1963

Subjects:

Education, Rousseau, Jean-Jacques--1712-1778

Collections: Education, Entire Library

THE EDUCATIONAL THEORY OF JEAN JACQUES ROUSSEAU -ii- The Educational Theory of JEAN JACQUES ROUSSEAU BY WILLIAM BOYD...inevitably results in a one-sided view of his educational theory, which lacks the rich suggestive- ness of...
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Reproducing Gender? Essays on Educational Theory and Feminist Politics

Book by Madeleine Arnot; RoutledgeFalmer, 2002

Subjects:

Feminism And Education, Gender Identity In Education, Sex Discrimination In Education

Collections: Education, Entire Library

Reproducing Gender charts the development of a theory of gender relations built up over the last twenty years. This theory has been highly influential in establishing the importance of the sociology of women's education for the study of society. It demonstrates the power of feminist educational ...
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Reproducing Gender charts the development of a theory of gender relations built up over the last twenty years. This theory has been highly influential in establishing the importance of the sociology of women's education for the study of society. It demonstrates the power of feminist educational theory and research, and its role in creating new political and academic agendas.This fascinating book explores gender relationships at all levels of schooling. It brings together political, social and cultural theories to understand continuity and change in gender and education. Madeleine Arnot, widely considered to be a pioneer in the field of gender and education, brings together for the first time in a single volume her most influential writings. This book is essential reading for students and academics in the areas of gender studies, women's studies, educational policy, sociology and history of education.
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Foundations of John Dewey's Educational Theory

Book by Melvin C. Baker; Kings Crown Press, 1955

Subjects:

Dewey, John--1859-1952

Collections: Education, Entire Library

FOUNDATIONS OF JOHN DEWEYS EDUCATIONAL THEORY FOUNDATIONS OF John Dewey s Educational Theory By MELVIN C. BAKER KINGS CROWN...a clearer understanding of Deweys educational theory can be achieved through a study of...

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Journal Articles on: "educational theory" OR "educational theories"

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The Communitarian Challenge to Liberal Social and Educational Theory

Journal article by Walter Feinberg; PJE. Peabody Journal of Education, Vol. 70, 1995

Subjects:

Education

Collections: Education, Entire Library

The Communitarian Challenge to Liberal Social and Educational Theory Walter Feinberg Introduction: The Communitarian Challenge to Liberal Theory One of the traditional arguments for public...
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Irving Babbitt, the Moral Imagination, and Progressive Education

Journal article by Glenn A. Davis; Humanitas, Vol. 19, 2006

Subjects:

Babbitt, Irving--Appreciation, Babbitt, Irving--Influence, Babbitt, Irving--Works, Critics--Appreciation, Critics--Influence, Critics--Works

Collections: Education, Entire Library

...practice and who delve into the voluminous works on educational theory over the past century, will recognize that Babbitts...human community. What is characteristic of recent educational theory and practice is that education is regarded as a...
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Reexamining the Field Experiences of Preservice Teachers

Journal article by Rita Moore; Journal of Teacher Education, Vol. 54, 2003

Subjects:

Language arts--Study and teaching, Reading--Study and teaching, Teachers--Attitudes, Teachers--Training

Collections: Education, Entire Library

...beginning with the teaching of educational theory in classrooms or seminars...Teaching school and doing educational theory" should not be mutually...S. (1998). Teaching and educational theory: Can (and should) this marriage...
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Building an Educational Adventure Game: Theory, Design, and Lessons

Journal article by Alan Amory; Journal of Interactive Learning Research, 2001

Subjects:

Computer games--Product development, Computer software industry--Product development, Education, Educational research--Research, Educational software--Product development, Instructional materials industry--Product development, Interactive computer systems--Usage, Interactive media--Usage, Multimedia systems--Usage, Multimedia technology--Usage, Software industry--Product development, Technology--Usage

Collections: Education, Entire Library

...adventure game) game based on educational theory. It highlights the lessons...promote the use of modem educational theories in the classroom. Harrigan...this model was supported by educational theories, there is no implicit integration...
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Preparing for the Clothed Public Square: Teaching about Religion, Civic Education, and the Constitution

Journal article by Jay D. Wexler; William and Mary Law Review, Vol. 43, 2002

Subjects:

Public schools--Laws, regulations, etc., Religion and law--Analysis, Religion--Study and teaching

Collections: Religious Studies, Education, Entire Library

...the curriculum, independent of the educational theory that justifies teaching about religion...287) Finally, as a matter of educational theory, schools must consider how their...than a class justified by a civic educational theory based on tolerance. (293) A republican...

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Magazine Articles on: "educational theory" OR "educational theories"

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The Alcott of Aquarius - Articulating a Practical Christianity, Louisa May Alcott Examined the Struggles and Triumphs of Young Girls and Revolutionized the Writing of Children's Books

Magazine article by Laurie Morrow; World and I, Vol. 17, May 2002

Subjects:

Alcott, Amos Bronson--Behavior, Alcott, Louisa May May--Behavior, American writers--Behavior, Authors, American--Behavior, Children's literature authors--Behavior, Children's writers--Behavior, Philosophers--Behavior, Women authors--Behavior, Women writers--Behavior

Collections: Religious Studies, Literature, Entire Library

...grew up shunning meat and shaped by progressive educational theory? "Louey" was the childhood nickname of Louisa...until 1864, Bronson put into practice some of his educational theories. He revised the curriculum, for example, to include...
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Cognitive Neuroscience Discoveries and Educational Practices: Seven Areas of Brain Research That Will Shift the Current Behavioral Orientation of Teaching and Learning

Magazine article by Robert Sylwester; School Administrator, Vol. 63, December 2006

Subjects:

Brain, Neurosciences, Teaching

Collections: Education, Entire Library

...theories. But since consciousness is also integral to religious belief and cultural behavior, its relationship to educational theory will certainly be controversial. Educational leaders will obviously have to understand consciousness in order to...
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Constructing Knowledge in Art: A Three-Part Series

Magazine article by David A. Petit; School Arts, Vol. 102, September 2002

Collections: Education, Entire Library

Constructing knowledge in art: a three-part series. by David A. Petit Constructivism is an educational theory in which students are actively engaged in both the learning process and content. Art education is inherently constructive...
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John Dewey: Philosopher of Technology

Magazine article by Larry A. Hickman; Free Inquiry, Vol. 14, Fall 1994

Subjects:

Dewey, John--Biography, Philosophers--Biography, Pragmatism--Personalities, Technology--Philosophy

Collections: Philosophy, Entire Library

...Hickman John Dewey (1859-1952) was widely known among the reading public of his time for his humanism, his progressive educational theory, and his commitment to social reform. Near the end of his life, his work had become so influential that the New York Times...
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Meaning and Skill-Maintaining the Balance *

Magazine article by William A. Brownell; Teaching Children Mathematics, Vol. 9, February 2003

Subjects:

Arithmetic--Study and teaching, Educational philosophy--Forecasts and trends, Mathematics education--Methods, Problem solving--Study and teaching

Collections: Philosophy, Education, Entire Library

...necessary. 3. INFLUENCE OF GENERAL EDUCATIONAL THEORY A third explanation for failure...be found in the recent history of educational theory. It must be remembered that the place...Those who were committed to the educational theory I have mentioned welcomed the new...

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Newspaper Articles on: "educational theory" OR "educational theories"

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Denying Children the Ability to Think

Newspaper article; The Daily Mail (London, England), May 8, 1996

Collections: Religious Studies, Philosophy, History, Education, Literature, Psychology, Entire Library

...whole educational programme was reassessed. One of the chief culprits then identified was the drift of modern educational theory (`Dewey-eyed education, it was called, after the great proponent John Dewey) which placed the emphasis on self...
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Ronnie and Reggie Boost Kids' Learning Power with the Four Rs

Newspaper article; Western Mail (Cardiff, Wales), July 21, 2005

Collections: Religious Studies, Philosophy, History, Education, Literature, Psychology, Entire Library

...Kids Learning Power with the Four Rs. A parrot, a rat and an owl have helped one Welsh teacher explain complex educational theories to very small children. The Newport infant teacher has used soft toys to lead the way in managing behaviour and encouraging...
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Headmaster? No, Children ...Call Me the 'Lead Learner'

Newspaper article; The Mail on Sunday (London, England), June 3, 2007

Collections: Religious Studies, Philosophy, History, Education, Literature, Psychology, Entire Library

...was an authoritative, even slightly frightening, figure who commanded respect throughout the school. But now as modern educational theories whittle away at the traditional role of head teacher, a London primary has jettisoned the familiar title and now refers...
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`Core Knowledge' Education Reform Getting Good Marks: Basic Cultural Literacy Called Essential

Newspaper article by Larry Witham; The Washington Times, October 9, 1998

Collections: Religious Studies, Philosophy, History, Education, Literature, Psychology, Entire Library

...Witham A decade ago, the idea that public schools should teach every student a core body of facts flew in the face of educational theory and the rise of multiculturalism. So when E.D. Hirsch Jr., a University of Virginia professor of English, proposed...
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New Book Unreels Unreal 'Mental Hygiene' Films: Students of '50S, '60S Cautioned on Dating, Sex, Drugs

Newspaper article by Robert Stacy Mccain; The Washington Times, December 9, 1999

Collections: Religious Studies, Philosophy, History, Education, Literature, Psychology, Entire Library

...Highways of Agony," these movies once were considered a vital part of public education. But new technology and new educational theories have long since consigned them to the dustbin of history. Now, however, the memory of those classroom classics is celebrated...

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Encyclopedia Articles on: "educational theory" OR "educational theories"

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Fellenberg, Philipp Emanuel Von

Encyclopedia article; The Columbia Encyclopedia, Sixth Edition, 2007

Collections: Religious Studies, Philosophy, History, Education, Literature, Psychology, Entire Library

...levels into contact. His school attracted students from all parts of Europe and was influential in the development of educational theories and especially of manual training in education. Fellenberg also founded an orphan asylum (1804), a colony for poor boys...
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Young, Ella Flagg

Encyclopedia article; The Columbia Encyclopedia, Sixth Edition, 2007

Collections: Religious Studies, Philosophy, History, Education, Literature, Psychology, Entire Library

...woman-suffrage work, first woman president (1910 11) of the National Education Association, and author of monographs setting forth educational theories developed with John Dewey. She collaborated with Jane Addams in social work. See J. T. McManis, Ella Flagg Young and...
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Bode, Boyd Henry

Encyclopedia article; The Columbia Encyclopedia, Sixth Edition, 2007

Collections: Religious Studies, Philosophy, History, Education, Literature, Psychology, Entire Library

...in the philosophy of education. His theories of education are revealed in Fundamentals of Education (1921), Modern Educational Theories (1927), and Conflicting Psychologies of Learning (1929). His Progressive Education at the Crossroads (1938) constitutes...
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Meiklejohn, Alexander

Encyclopedia article; The Columbia Encyclopedia, Sixth Edition, 2007

Collections: Religious Studies, Philosophy, History, Education, Literature, Psychology, Entire Library

...colleges, e.g., St. Johns College. From 1933 to 1936 he taught at the Social Studies Center in San Francisco. Meiklejohns educational theories are set forth in The Liberal College (1920), Freedom and the College (1923), and The Experimental College (1932...
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Peabody, Elizabeth Palmer

Encyclopedia article; The Columbia Encyclopedia, Sixth Edition, 2007

Collections: Religious Studies, Philosophy, History, Education, Literature, Psychology, Entire Library

...She assisted Bronson Alcott in his Temple School and created an annotated transcript of conversations regarding his educational theories in Record of a School (1835). Her path crossed those of most of the great New Englanders of her day Emerson , William...

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