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Dumbing Us Down 25th Anniversary Edition: The Hidden Curriculum of Compulsory Schooling,New
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Throw off the shackles of formal schooling and embark upon a rich journey of selfdirected, lifelong learningAfter over 100 years of mandatory schooling in the U.S., literacy rates have dropped, families are fragmented, learning 'disabilities' are skyrocketing, and children and youth are increasingly disaffected. Thirty years of teaching in the public school system led John Taylor Gatto to the sad conclusion that compulsory governmental schooling is to blame, accomplishing little but to teach young people to follow orders like cogs in an industrial machine.He became a fierce advocate of families and young people taking back education and learning, arguing that 'genius is as common as dirt,' but that conventional schooling is driving out the natural curiosity and problemsolving skills we're born with, replacing it with rulefollowing, fragmented time, and disillusionment.Gatto's radical treatise on public education, a bestseller for 25 years, continues to bang the drum for an unshackling of children and learning from formal schooling. Now, in an evermorerapidly changing world with an explosion of alternative routes to learning, it's poised to continue to shake the world of institutional education for many more years.Featuring a new foreword from Zachary Slayback, an Ivy League dropout and cofounder of tech startup career foundry Praxis, this 25th anniversary edition will inspire new generations of parents and students to take control of learning and kickstart an empowered society of selfdirected lifetimelearners.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Dumbing Us Down - 25th Anniversary Edition'? A: The main theme of this book is the critique of compulsory schooling and how it fosters compliance rather than independent thinking, highlighting the hidden curriculum that discourages natural curiosity.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is John Taylor Gatto, a former New York State Teacher of the Year, known for his insights on education reform.
- Q: How long is the book? A: The book has 144 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this edition have? A: This edition is bound in paperback.
- Q: When was 'Dumbing Us Down - 25th Anniversary Edition' published? A: It was published on May 19, 2017.
- Q: What is the educational approach discussed in the book? A: The book discusses transitioning from traditional school-based learning to self-directed learning, encouraging parents to nurture their child's natural learning style.
- Q: Is this book suitable for all ages? A: While the book focuses on educational strategies for children, its insights can be valuable for educators and parents of various age groups seeking to understand educational alternatives.
- Q: What kind of impact has this book had? A: The book has influenced over 100,000 families, promoting educational freedom and self-directed learning, leading to significant academic and personal success for many children.
- Q: Does this edition include any additional content? A: Yes, the 25th Anniversary Edition features a new foreword by Zachary Slayback, providing contemporary insights on the principles discussed in the book.
- Q: How does the book suggest addressing the issues with conventional education? A: It offers practical methods for creating engaging educational experiences outside formal curricula and emphasizes the development of critical thinking and problem-solving skills.