Philosophical, Ideological, and Theoretical Perspectives on Education (2nd Edition)
This systems approach to the major schools of philosophy of education gives readers a cognitive map of the areas, as well as the ideology in relationship to educational theory. It carefully examines the major schools of philosophy of education; considers the relationship of education to major ideologies including Nationalism, Liberalism, Conservatism, and Marxism; and analyzes the impact of philosophy and ideology on educational theory and practice through the theories of Essentialism, Perennialism, Social Reconstruction, and Critical Theory. Previously published asPhilosophical and Ideological Perspectives on Education, and asNew Perspectives on Philosophy and Education, this new version follows the content and organizational framework of these earlier editions. Each chapter includes: Definitions of terms;Historical contributors and antecedents;A general discussion of the particular philosophy, ideology, or theory; andRelationships and application to education, especially to schools, curriculum instruction, and to teachers and students. While retaining the helpful pedagogical aids that made the previous editions so popular—Questions for Reflection and Discussion,Inquiry and Research Projects,Internet Resources, andSuggestions for Further Reading—this edition includes new marginal explanatory and cross reference notes and consistent updating throughout. Also from Gerald L. Gutek:          0205594336 - New Perspectives on Philosophy and Education, 1/e - ©2009          0205360181 - Philosophical and Ideological Voices in Education, 1/e - ©2004          0130122335 - Historical and Philosophical Foundations of Education: Selected Readings, 1/e - ©2001          020526106X - Philosophical and Ideological Perspectives on Education, 2/e - ©1997          0205132030 - Education and Schooling in America, 3/e - ©1997