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The Death and Life of the Great American School System: How Testing and Choice Are Undermining Education Paperback June 28, 2016
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What Stands Out
Critical Insights
This book provides a thorough critique of educational reform, shedding light on how testing and school choice impact American education, appealing to educators, policymakers, and parents seeking profound understanding.
Expert Perspective
Written by an experienced educator, it delivers authoritative insights based on real-world experience, making it a valuable resource for those involved in shaping future educational policies.
Provocative Argument
Challenging conventional wisdom, it sparks debate and encourages readers to reconsider the effectiveness of current educational practices, thus offering essential perspectives for anyone concerned about the future of schooling.
Product Details
| Publisher | Basic Books |
| Publication date | June 28, 2016 |
| Edition | 3rd |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 400 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 0465036589 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0465036585 |
| Item Weight | 13.6 ounces (385.56 grams) |
| Reading age | 13 years and up |
| Dimensions | 5.5 x 1 x 8.25 inches (14 x 2.5 x 21 cm) |
| Grade level | 8 and up |
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Educators and Teachers
Teachers looking to understand the impact of testing and choice on American education will benefit from this insightful analysis.
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Parents of Students
Parents seeking to navigate the education system and understand reforms can gain valuable perspectives from this book.
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Education Policy Makers
Policymakers interested in re-evaluating current education policies will find this critique highly relevant and informative.
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Proponents of Testing
Readers who strongly support standardized testing may find the book's critical stance on assessments uncomfortable.
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The Death and Life of the Great American School System: How Testing and Choice Are Undermining Education Paperback June 28, 2016
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Answer: Privatization, the Common Core, standardized testing, the replacement of teachers by technology, charter schools, and vouchers -
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Answer: Any stakeholder in the future of American schooling
Charter Schools Editorial Review
In "The Death and Life of the Great American School System," Diane Ravitch examines the history of education in America and critiques the impact of standardization and market-driven reforms. The book delves into the commercialization of education through private charters and metrics, and addresses the implications of policies like No Child Left Behind and Race to the Top. Ravitch presents compelling arguments against school choice and standardized testing, drawing on her own evolution in viewpoints to advocate for improvements in the educational system. Readers are encouraged to question the decisions made in education and Consider the implications of state testing for their own children. The book is lauded for its well-written and persuasive content, offering valuable insights and a guide for positive change in America's education system.
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- Examines the career in education reform and repudiates previously advocated positions
- Critiques popular ideas for restructuring schools
- Shows why the business model is not appropriate for improving schools
- Includes examples from major cities to highlight the peril of public education
- Offers clear prescriptions for improving America's schools
- A must-read for any stakeholder in the future of American schooling
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