Tearing Down the Gates: Confronting the Class Divide in American Education
We often hear about the growing divide between rich and poor in America. This compelling exposé, backed by up-to-date research, locates the source of this trend where we might least expect to find it–in our schools. Written for a wide audience, Tearing Down the Gates is a powerful indictment of American education that shows how schools, colleges, and universities exacerbate inequality by providing ample opportunities for advantaged students while shutting the gate… More >>
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Foundations of Student Affairs Practice is an essential resource that explores the purposes of higher education, the theories that provide a foundation for student learning and growth, and the experiences that contribute to student learning. Florence Hamrick, Nancy Evans, and John Schuh— three preeminent leaders in the field— show how student affairs professionals can provide a more meaningful and holistic educational experience for their students. … More >>
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Education in a Global Society: A Comparative Perspective
Education in a Global Society is designed for dealing with education practices, trends, and debates around the world. Its objective is to develop a global perspective on their profession. This book combines a significant number of case studies with a consistent structural format that results in the ability to draw thematic comparisons between the case studies. There are enough themes and issues presented, and enough specific case studies to al… More >>