Fast and Curious

A History of Shortcuts in American Education

Nonfiction, Reference & Language, Education & Teaching, History, Reference, Educational Theory
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Author: Robert L. Hampel ISBN: 9781475836943
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers Publication: December 15, 2017
Imprint: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers Language: English
Author: Robert L. Hampel
ISBN: 9781475836943
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
Publication: December 15, 2017
Imprint: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
Language: English

This book examines four types of shortcuts in the history of American education—streamlined paths to vocational success, cultural sophistication, college credentials, and the efficient use of English. The chapters profile Norman Rockwell, the Harvard Classics, Cliff Notes, speed reading, a Doctor of Arts diploma for college teachers, and other riveting examples of time-savers that attracted millions of ambitious Americans since the late 19th century.

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This book examines four types of shortcuts in the history of American education—streamlined paths to vocational success, cultural sophistication, college credentials, and the efficient use of English. The chapters profile Norman Rockwell, the Harvard Classics, Cliff Notes, speed reading, a Doctor of Arts diploma for college teachers, and other riveting examples of time-savers that attracted millions of ambitious Americans since the late 19th century.

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