Tom O'Donoghue

Understanding Contemporary Education: Key themes and issues

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ISBN 13:
9781138678262
author:
Tom O'Donoghue
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Routledge
language:
English
Publication Year:
2016
Pages:
260
Dimensions:
17.3 x 1.5 x 24.4 cm
Genre:
Education Studies & Teaching, School Education & Teaching, Care & Counselling, Tom O'Donoghue,Understanding Contemporary Education: Key themes and issues,Routledge,1138678260,Education & Teaching,Education / Teaching,Education,Education / General,Edu
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Understanding Contemporary Education offers a comprehensive exploration of key concepts and issues in education. This book provides an essential framework for students, trainee teachers, and practising educators to engage in reflection on their work and the broader education system. Through detailed analysis and critique, Understanding Contemporary Education challenges common assumptions about education, encouraging readers to consider the purpose and nature of the education enterprise. The book is divided into seven main parts, covering topics such as social context, policy, curriculum, teaching, leadership, teacher preparation, and international developments. By drawing on a range of theoretical perspectives, this book provides an accessible introduction to key themes and concepts in education, inviting readers to reflect intelligently on issues that affect all schools.

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