Education in Crisis - A Reference Handbook

A description and critique of education reform in the United States since the 1950s, focusing on the current condition of American schools and efforts to increase both educational opportunity and overall excellence. Authoritative and objective, Education in Crisis: A Reference Handbook is a critical look at the current state of the American school system, the conditions that have led many to label it "in crisis," and solutions aimed at leveling the educational playing field, elevating overall student achievement, and keeping American students competitive on the world stage. Education in Crisis shows how competing economic, political, philosophical, psychological, and global interests have influenced American education reform. It then covers a range of reform initiatives, including magnet schools, basic skills curriculum, home schooling, and the role of technology. A comparison of the U.S. education system to those of other countries and a presentation of helpful resources round out this essential volume for educators, policymakers, parents, and anyone concerned about the nation''s schools.

About the author

Judith A. Gouwens is assistant professor of education at Roosevelt University, Chicago, IL.

Product details

• Authors: Judith Gouwens, Judith A Gouwens, Judith A. Gouwens, Gouwens Judith A.
• Publisher: Abc Clio Press
• Languages: English
• Product format: Hardback
• Released: 14.05.2009
• EAN: 9781598841701
• ISBN: 978-1-59884-170-1
• No. of pages: 324
• Series: Contemporary World Issues; Contemporary World Issues (Har; Contemporary World Issues (Har; Contemporary World Issues
• Subjects: Guides > Self-help, everyday life > Family; Humanities, art, music > Education > General, dictionaries; USA, EDUCATION / General, Education, c 2000 to c 2010, c 2000 to c 2009, Later 20th century c 1950 to c 1999, United States of America, USA, c 1945 to c 2000 (Post-war period), Current Events and Issues: Education