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What's Worth Teaching?: Rethinking Curriculum in the Age of Technology (Technology, EducationConnections (The TEC Series)),Used
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This important contribution to the future of education, by bestselling author and renowned cognitive scientist Allan Collins, proposes a school curriculum that will fit the needs of our modern era. Offering guidelines for deciding what is important to learn in order to become a knowledgeable person, a good citizen, a thoughtful worker, and a valuable friend in the 21st century, Collins considers the qualities needed for a healthy and productive life. Taking a close look at how advances in technology, communication, and the dissemination of information are reshaping the world, this volume examines how schools can foster flexible, selfdirected learners who will succeed in the modern workplace. A concluding chapter presents a broad new vision for how schools can be redesigned to teach the kinds of knowledge and skills students will need in an increasingly complex society and global world.Book Features: Identifies global trends and their implications for what we should be teaching our children. Explains how schools are teaching an outdated curriculum. Proposes a radical revision of the math and science curriculum. Describes how literacy is changing in the digital age.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'What's Worth Teaching' by Allan Collins? A: The book focuses on rethinking the school curriculum to align with the needs of the modern era, emphasizing the importance of equipping students with relevant knowledge and skills for a complex and technology-driven society.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'What's Worth Teaching' is Allan Collins, a bestselling author and renowned cognitive scientist.
- Q: What are the key themes discussed in the book? A: Key themes include the impact of technology on education, the need for curriculum revision, the changing nature of literacy in the digital age, and fostering self-directed learners.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains 160 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'What's Worth Teaching' published? A: The book was published on April 28, 2017.
- Q: What educational issues does Allan Collins address in the book? A: Collins addresses outdated curricula in schools and proposes a radical revision of math and science education to better prepare students for contemporary challenges.
- Q: Is this book suitable for educators? A: Yes, this book is suitable for educators seeking to understand how to adapt their teaching methods and curricula to modern educational needs.
- Q: What value does the book provide to parents? A: For parents, the book offers insights into how educational systems are evolving and what skills their children will need to succeed in the future.
- Q: Does the book include practical guidelines for curriculum development? A: Yes, it provides guidelines for determining important learning objectives to help develop a relevant and modern curriculum.