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The Wrong Emphasis
Kids Learn What Adults Teach
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2014
Summary
The Wrong Emphasis is a reminder and a warning for both parents and public school educators. In the world of high-octane curriculum, assessment, and accountability, educators too often neglect the realities associated with successful students and successful adults. The book examines the current status of public education in America, the associated political landscape, and the latest philosophies aimed at improving test scores. Further, it offers straightforward advice for parents and educators as they struggle to appropriately raise and teach today’s children.
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Edition
1/2014
Copyright Year
2014
ISBN-Print
978-1-4758-0338-9
ISBN-Online
978-1-4758-0340-2
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield, Lanham
Language
English
Pages
129
Product Type
Monograph
Table of contents
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Contents No access
Preface No access
Introduction No access
Chapter One: The Ugly Truth No access
Chapter Two: Cultural Responsibility No access
Chapter Three: Political Rhetoric No access
Chapter Four: Andrew, 1990s No access
Chapter Five: Teachers or Secretaries? No access
Chapter Six: The Unwritten Curriculum No access
Chapter Seven: Age-Appropriate Thinking Skills No access
Chapter Eight: Age-Appropriate People and Communication Skills No access
Chapter Nine: Timeliness and Attendance No access
Chapter Ten: Work Ethic and Dedication No access
Chapter Eleven: Respect, Decency, and Humility No access
Chapter Twelve: Responsibility and Teamwork No access
