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Education and Social Change: Contours in the History of American Schooling,New
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This brief, interpretive history of American schooling focuses on the evolving relationship between education and social change. Like its predecessors, this new edition investigates the impact of social forces such as industrialization, urbanization, immigration, and cultural conflict on the development of schools and other educational institutions. It also examines the various ways that schools have contributed to social change, particularly in enhancing the status and accomplishments of certain social groups and not others. Detailed accounts of the experiences of women and minority groups in American history consider how their lives have been affected by education at key points in the past.Updates to this edition A revised final chapter updated to include recent changes in educational politics, finance, policy, and a shifting federal policy context Enhanced coverage and new conceptual frames for understanding the experiences of women and people of color in the midst of social change Edited throughout to update information and sources regarding the history of American education and related processes of social transformation in the nation?s past
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Education and Social Change: Contours in the History of American Schooling'? A: This book provides an interpretive history of American schooling, emphasizing the relationship between education and social change throughout history.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Education and Social Change' is John L. Rury.
- Q: What updates are included in the latest edition of this book? A: The latest edition features a revised final chapter that includes recent changes in educational politics and policy, as well as enhanced coverage of women and people of color in education.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 260 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: This edition is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was this book published? A: The book was published on August 14, 2019.
- Q: What category does this book belong to? A: The book falls under the category of Social Sciences.
- Q: Is this book suitable for understanding the history of educational institutions in America? A: Yes, it examines the historical impact of social forces on educational institutions and their role in social change.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as being in good condition.
- Q: Is there a focus on specific social groups in the book? A: Yes, the book details the experiences of women and minority groups in American history and how education has affected their lives.