Paterson, Lindsay
Scottish Education in the Twentieth Century
- ISBN 13:
- 9780748615902
- author:
- Paterson, Lindsay
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Edinburgh University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2003
- Pages:
- 256
- Dimensions:
- 23.1 x 18.1 x 1.3 cm
- Genre:
- History of specific subjects
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Scotland's education system has been at the centre of controversy in recent years, with many claiming it is one of the most successful in the world. This book provides a comprehensive account of the history of twentieth-century Scottish education, exploring how democracy and selection have been reconciled. Written by Lindsay Paterson, a leading specialist in the field, this study examines Scotland's response to the key question of how to balance individual opportunity with social solidarity. The book is organised chronologically into two periods: Competition and Opportunity (1880s-1930s) and Welfare and Individualism (1940s-1990s), providing a detailed background history of Scottish education. Key features of the book include an exploration of Scotland's reputation as a world leader in education, and how this has been achieved. This account is topical, given ongoing controversy surrounding the Scottish Qualifications Authority, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the development of Scottish education over the twentieth century.
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