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Over a decade ago, the first edition of City Schools and the American Dream debuted just as reformers were gearing up to make sweeping changes in urban education. Despite the rhetoric and many reform initiatives, urban schools continue to struggle under the weight of serious challenges. What went wrong and is there hope for future change? More than a new edition, this sequel to the original bestseller has been substantially revised to include insights from new research, recent demographic trends, and emerging political realities. In addition to surveying the various limitations that urban schools face, the book also highlights programs, communities, and schools that are making good on public educations promise of equity. With renewed commitment and sense of urgency, this new edition provides a cleareyed vision of what it will take to ensure the success of city schools and their students.Book Features: Surveys persistent and emerging challenges in urban education. Synthesizes the latest education research in a way that is accessible to a wide audience, including teachers, students, administrators, parents, and community partners. Focuses on solutions, highlighting new developments and opportunities for achieving educational equity despite ongoing political challenges.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'City Schools and the American Dream 2'? A: The book primarily focuses on the challenges and opportunities in urban education, providing insights into persistent issues while highlighting successful programs and initiatives that promote equity in public education.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'City Schools and the American Dream 2' is Pedro A. Noguera, an influential voice in discussions about urban education.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages are in 'City Schools and the American Dream 2'? A: The book contains 192 pages.
- Q: When was 'City Schools and the American Dream 2' published? A: The book was published on July 10, 2020.
- Q: Is this book suitable for educators? A: Yes, the book synthesizes the latest education research and is accessible to a wide audience, including teachers, students, administrators, and parents.
- Q: What edition is 'City Schools and the American Dream 2'? A: This is the second edition of the book, which has been substantially revised to reflect new research and demographic trends.
- Q: Does the book address solutions to the challenges faced by urban schools? A: Yes, it focuses on solutions and highlights new developments and opportunities for achieving educational equity despite ongoing challenges.
- Q: Can I find insights on recent demographic trends in this book? A: Yes, the book includes insights from new research and recent demographic trends affecting urban education.
- Q: Is the book intended for a general audience or specialists? A: The book is intended for a general audience, making it accessible to anyone interested in the state of urban education, including community partners.