Curriculum on the Edge of Survival

How Schools Fail to Prepare Students for Membership in a Democracy

Nonfiction, Reference & Language, Education & Teaching, Educational Theory, Curricula, Educational Reform, Philosophy & Social Aspects
Cover of the book Curriculum on the Edge of Survival by Daniel Heller, R&L Education
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: Daniel Heller ISBN: 9781610485173
Publisher: R&L Education Publication: January 16, 2012
Imprint: R&L Education Language: English
Author: Daniel Heller
ISBN: 9781610485173
Publisher: R&L Education
Publication: January 16, 2012
Imprint: R&L Education
Language: English

Typically, school curriculum has been viewed through the lens of preparation for the workplace or higher education, both worthy objectives. However, this is not the only lens, and perhaps not even the most powerful one to use, if the goal is to optimize the educational system. Curriculum on the Edge of Survival, 2nd Edition, attempts to define basic aspects of the curriculum when viewed through the larger lens of a school as the principal instrument through which we maintain an effective democracy. In that case, the purpose of education is to prepare our students to take their rightful place as active members of a democracy. This purpose is larger than workplace or college readiness, and in fact subsumes them. The second edition of Curriculum on the Edge of Survival posits four major starting points for education under the purpose of preparing students for functional membership in a democracy: kindness, thinking, problem solving, and communications. These four foundational elements should be taught in every class, at every level, every day. They form the backbone of a great educational system.

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

Typically, school curriculum has been viewed through the lens of preparation for the workplace or higher education, both worthy objectives. However, this is not the only lens, and perhaps not even the most powerful one to use, if the goal is to optimize the educational system. Curriculum on the Edge of Survival, 2nd Edition, attempts to define basic aspects of the curriculum when viewed through the larger lens of a school as the principal instrument through which we maintain an effective democracy. In that case, the purpose of education is to prepare our students to take their rightful place as active members of a democracy. This purpose is larger than workplace or college readiness, and in fact subsumes them. The second edition of Curriculum on the Edge of Survival posits four major starting points for education under the purpose of preparing students for functional membership in a democracy: kindness, thinking, problem solving, and communications. These four foundational elements should be taught in every class, at every level, every day. They form the backbone of a great educational system.

More books from R&L Education

Cover of the book The Principal as School Manager by Daniel Heller
Cover of the book Engaging Students by Daniel Heller
Cover of the book The Study of the American Superintendency, 2000 by Daniel Heller
Cover of the book Engaging Students through Inquiry-Oriented Learning and Technology by Daniel Heller
Cover of the book Leadership with a Conscience by Daniel Heller
Cover of the book College Is Not for Everyone by Daniel Heller
Cover of the book Cockeyed Education by Daniel Heller
Cover of the book The Entrepreneurial Educator by Daniel Heller
Cover of the book Not a Toy, but a Tool by Daniel Heller
Cover of the book Resistant Students by Daniel Heller
Cover of the book Reading Between the Lines by Daniel Heller
Cover of the book Professional Standards for the Superintendency by Daniel Heller
Cover of the book The At-Risk Student by Daniel Heller
Cover of the book Creating Effective Presentations by Daniel Heller
Cover of the book Stepping into Administration by Daniel Heller
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy