Schooling
Published on 1. March 1990
Book
Paperback/Softback
256 pages
978-0-674-79272-2 (ISBN)
Description
Discusses the latest theories of cognitive science, describes innovative programs that employ them, and contrasts them to the early twentieth-century theories of learning behind conventional, test-oriented classwork.
Reviews / Votes
[This] Harvard series marks the beginning of a new age of enlightenment on child development. Boston GlobeMore details
Language
English
Place of publication
Cambridge, Mass
United States
Target group
College/higher education
Professional and scholarly
Illustrations
8 halftones, 13 line illustrations, 3 tables
Dimensions
Height: 210 mm
Width: 136 mm
Weight
317 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-674-79272-2 (9780674792722)
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Schweitzer Classification
Content
Introduction 1. Where Our Schools Are Coming From 2. The Advent of Cognitive Science 3. What Our Schools Should Become 4. Transmitting the Culture 5. Science and Technology 6. Basic Skills 7. Making the Best of Things 8. Making Things Better Conclusion Notes Suggested Reading Credits Index