Elementary Education - A Reference Handbook

A thorough overview of elementary education in the United States, spanning its history, foundations, curriculum models, technology, assessment, and special programs. Elementary Education: A Reference Handbook takes readers on an all-inclusive journey through the history and current status of elementary education in America. The handbook first examines the historical, philosophical, social, and cultural foundations of elementary education. It then delves into the fascinating topic of how children learn, including racial identity formation, culturally differing cognitive thinking styles, and language developments.A critical investigation of issues relating to the curriculum reveals its purpose, types, and models, weighing the impact of technology and providing a historical review of key subjects, from language arts to physical education. Are the results of standardized testing and high-stakes testing realistic and fair? This handbook explores these and other key questions in a detailed discussion of assessment and evaluation methods.>

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Deborah Harmon, Toni Stokes Jones Ph.D.

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• Authors: Deborah Harmon, Deborah A. Harmon, Deborah A./ Jones Harmon, Deborah Jones Harmon, Toni Jones, Toni Stokes Jones, Jones Toni Stokes, Toni Stokes Jones Ph D
• Publisher: Abc Clio Press
• Languages: English
• Product format: Hardback
• Released: 23.05.2005
• EAN: 9781576079423
• ISBN: 978-1-57607-942-3
• No. of pages: 280
• Series: Contemporary Education Issues; Contemporary Education Issues
• Subjects: Humanities, art, music > Education > Education system; Natural sciences, medicine, IT, technology > Geosciences > Geography; Social sciences, law, business > Social sciences (general); USA, SOCIAL SCIENCE / Regional Studies, Regional Studies, United States of America, USA, Regional / International studies, Primary & middle schools, Primary and middle schools, EDUCATION / Schools / Levels / Elementary