{"product_id":"educational-wastelands-the-retreat-from-learning-in-our-public-schools","title":"Educational Wastelands: The Retreat From Learning In Our Public Schools","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\na {\n    text-decoration: none;\n    color: #464feb;\n}\ntr th, tr td {\n    border: 1px solid #e6e6e6;\n}\ntr th {\n    background-color: #f5f5f5;\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eEducational Wastelands Revisited\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"paragraph-in-scc-markdown-text ___1ngh792 ftgm304 f1iaxwol\"\u003eExamine one of the most influential critiques of American public education and its evolving priorities. In this thought-provoking work, Arthur Eugene Bestor argues that schools must return their focus to academic excellence, intellectual development, and meaningful learning to better prepare students for future success.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"paragraph-in-scc-markdown-text ___1ngh792 ftgm304 f1iaxwol\"\u003eThis classic educational analysis explores the challenges facing public schools and questions whether shifting priorities have distracted institutions from their primary purpose: fostering knowledge, critical thinking, and academic achievement. Through a compelling examination of educational practices and reform efforts, the book encourages readers to reconsider what effective education should look like.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Topics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"___ccc16d0 fje8fi8 f1ng9h0j f1bwykku f18jd3zf\"\u003eThe purpose of public education\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"___ccc16d0 fje8fi8 f1ng9h0j f1bwykku f18jd3zf\"\u003eAcademic standards and achievement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"___ccc16d0 fje8fi8 f1ng9h0j f1bwykku f18jd3zf\"\u003eEducational reform and policy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"___ccc16d0 fje8fi8 f1ng9h0j f1bwykku f18jd3zf\"\u003eTraditional versus progressive teaching approaches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"___ccc16d0 fje8fi8 f1ng9h0j f1bwykku f18jd3zf\"\u003eCurriculum development and learning outcomes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"___ccc16d0 fje8fi8 f1ng9h0j f1bwykku f18jd3zf\"\u003eSchool accountability and student success\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"___ccc16d0 fje8fi8 f1ng9h0j f1bwykku f18jd3zf\"\u003eThe role of academics in public schools\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"___ccc16d0 fje8fi8 f1ng9h0j f1bwykku f18jd3zf\"\u003eChallenges facing modern education systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"___ccc16d0 fje8fi8 f1ng9h0j f1bwykku f18jd3zf\"\u003eInfluential critique of public education\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"___ccc16d0 fje8fi8 f1ng9h0j f1bwykku f18jd3zf\"\u003eExplores historical and contemporary educational issues\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"___ccc16d0 fje8fi8 f1ng9h0j f1bwykku f18jd3zf\"\u003eEncourages discussion about academic achievement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"___ccc16d0 fje8fi8 f1ng9h0j f1bwykku f18jd3zf\"\u003eExamines the impact of educational theories on schools\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"___ccc16d0 fje8fi8 f1ng9h0j f1bwykku f18jd3zf\"\u003eValuable resource for educators, policymakers, and parents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"___ccc16d0 fje8fi8 f1ng9h0j f1bwykku f18jd3zf\"\u003ePresents perspectives on improving learning outcomes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"___ccc16d0 fje8fi8 f1ng9h0j f1bwykku f18jd3zf\"\u003eSupports critical thinking about school reform\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"___ccc16d0 fje8fi8 f1ng9h0j f1bwykku f18jd3zf\"\u003eFormat: Hardcover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"___ccc16d0 fje8fi8 f1ng9h0j f1bwykku f18jd3zf\"\u003ePage Count: 234 Pages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"___ccc16d0 fje8fi8 f1ng9h0j f1bwykku f18jd3zf\"\u003eDimensions: 9\" × 6\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"___ccc16d0 fje8fi8 f1ng9h0j f1bwykku f18jd3zf\"\u003ePublication Date: May 21, 2011\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"___ccc16d0 fje8fi8 f1ng9h0j f1bwykku f18jd3zf\"\u003eCategory: Education \u0026amp; School Reform\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePackage Includes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"___ccc16d0 fje8fi8 f1ng9h0j f1bwykku f18jd3zf\"\u003e1 × Educational Wastelands\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"MAKS Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50895279194169,"sku":"9781258026752","price":216.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0783\/9891\/4617\/files\/WL3NIfbjCq9781258026752.webp?v=1792591426","url":"https:\/\/store.maksgroups.com\/products\/educational-wastelands-the-retreat-from-learning-in-our-public-schools","provider":"MAKS Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}