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When Can You Trust the Experts : How to Tell Good Science from Bad in Education

Paperback • 2012 • English

When Can You Trust the Experts : How to Tell Good Science from Bad in Education

By Daniel T. Willingham

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About the book

Clear, easy principles to spot what's nonsense and what's reliable Each year, teachers, administrators, and parents face a barrage of new education software, games, workbooks, and professional development programs purporting to be ""based on the latest research."" While some of these products are rooted in solid science, the research behind many others is grossly exaggerated. This new book, written by a top thought leader, helps everyday teachers, administrators, and family members-who don't hav...Show more

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ISBN

9781118233276

Publisher

New York : Wiley

Published year

2012

Language

English

Original title

When Can You Trust the Experts : How to Tell Good Science from Bad in Education

Format

Paperback

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