Educational Foundations: An Anthology » (2nd Edition)

A very readable book that includes dozens of excerpts from novels, biographies, memoirs, lectures, essays, plays, poetry, and songs, this anthology provides readers with a broad range of opinions, scenarios, and perspectives on education. It examines diversity beyond race, religion, and ethnicity, and addresses a wide range of topics and issues, especially controversial events, movements, and mandates. Interviews, dramatizations, and debates help subjects come alive, making the selections more meaningful.

The selections are divided into six important themes: history, philosophy, politics and sociology of education, the nature of schools, and the teaching profession. Each section begins with an illustration from a Norman Rockwell painting, helping readers visualize that theme.

An obvious choice for educators, this book is also an excellent read for anyone interested in the social and historical trends in education.

 1. Teacher Behavior, Teacher Roles: Teacher Ethics and Experiences.


 2. Historical Perspectives.


 3. Philosophical Foundations: Approaches to Curriculum Development.


 4. The Politics of Education: School Governance, School Funding, and Legal Issues.


 5. School Environments.


 6. Living and Learning in a Diverse Society: Sociology of Education.


Appendix A: Debate Format: Learning through Teamwork and Formal Argument.


Appendix B: How to Use This Text: Two Suggested Approaches.


Appendix C: Lesson Plan Outline and Sample Plan.


Name Index.


Subject Index.