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Education - A Very Short Introduction

Paperback • 2013

Education - A Very Short Introduction

By Gary Thomas

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From the schools of ancient times to the present day, Gary Thomas explores how and why education has evolved has it has. Examining education worldwide, he explains the way schools work, noting how curricula are remarkably consistent around the world. Delving into some of the big questions, Thomas explores the history of education in this Very Short Introduction. Considering various styles such as progressive versus formal, he also explores the ideas of someof the big theorists, including Piaget ...Show more

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