The Hope for American School Reform: The Cold War Pursuit of Inquiry Learning in

Description: The Hope for American School Reform by Ronald W. Evans The Hope of American School Reform tells the story of the origins of the reform in science and math education. The book is drawn, in part, on new research from previously untapped archival sources. The aim of this work is to contribute to our understanding of a major effort to reform school curricula. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description The Hope of American School Reform tells the story of the origins of the reform in science and math education. The book is drawn, in part, on new research from previously untapped archival sources. The aim of this work is to contribute to our understanding of a major effort to reform school curricula. Notes Offers an in-depth analysis of not only the historical questions involved in understanding this period of reform, but also provides analysis of the central dilemma of the social studies field Author Biography Ronald W. Evans is Professor of Education at San Diego State University, USA. Table of Contents Introduction: Persistent Dilemmas of Curriculum Improvement PART I: THE COLD WAR ORIGINS OF CURRICULUM REFORM Culture War Over the Schools The Ultimate Weapon PART II: FROM WOODS HOLE TO PROJECT SOCIAL STUDIES: EMERGENCE OF A REFORM Great Minds at Woods Hole Showdown at Endicott House PART III: INTO THE SCHOOLS The Projects PART IV: CONSIDERING ALTERNATIVES Critiques and Dilemmas Reform in Perspective Conclusion: Time of Hope, a Time of Fear Review "Ronald W. Evans has crafted what will surely become the seminal answers to the question Where did the new social studies come from and why should we care? In this important, carefully researched, and well-written book, Evans situates the 40 federally funded curriculum projects that together came to be known as the new social studies in historical context, drawing attention to their conservative origins, the many ways in which they were pedagogically progressive, and the reasons why they did not have the long-term impact so many educators hoped for and expected. This well-researched and lively book is important for all social studies educators who seek to learn from the past in order to create a better social studies future." - Diana Hess, professor, School of Education, University of Wisconsin-Madison"Evanss latest book, like his earlier works, provides a meticulously researched history of social studies reform written in a style that is accessible to both scholars and lay readers. His narrative of the origins and reforms called for in the new social studies, along with the concluding comparison to todays attempted educational reform movement, provides a cautionary tale about the motivations of politicians, reformers, and other political stakeholders as they attempt to change the direction of Americas social studies/history program." - Barbara Slater Stern, professor, College of Education, James Madison University Long Description The Hope of American School Reform tells the story of the origins of the reform in science and math education, its broadening to social studies, the projects and materials created, the critiques and dilemmas that emerged, resistance reflecting the politics of schooling, and the many difficulties experienced by the reformers as they encountered entrenched patterns of schooling resistant to an inquiry mode of teaching. Review Quote "Ron Evans has crafted what will surely become the seminal answers to the questions Where did the new social studies come from and why should we care? In this important, carefully researched, and well-written book, Evans situates the 40 federally funded curriculum projects that together came to be known as the new social studies in historical context, drawing attention to their conservative origins, the many ways in which they were pedagogically progressive, and the reasons why they did not have the long-term impact so many educators hoped for and expected. This well-researched and lively book is important for all social studies educators who seek to learn from the past in order to create a better social studies future." --Diana Hess, Professor, University of Wisconsin-Madison Description for Bookstore Offers an in-depth analysis of not only the historical questions involved in understanding this period of reform, but also provides analysis of the central dilemma of the social studies field Details ISBN0230107974 Author Ronald W. Evans Publisher Palgrave Macmillan ISBN-10 0230107974 ISBN-13 9780230107977 Format Hardcover Short Title HOPE FOR AMER SCHOOL REFORM Language English Media Book Residence CA, US Year 2010 Publication Date 2010-12-22 Imprint Palgrave Macmillan Subtitle The Cold War Pursuit of Inquiry Learning in Social Studies Place of Publication Basingstoke Country of Publication United Kingdom Pages 265 UK Release Date 2010-12-22 AU Release Date 2010-12-22 NZ Release Date 2010-12-22 Alternative 9781349290819 DEWEY 300.71073 Illustrations XIII, 265 p. Audience Professional & Vocational We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:97219786;

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