Encyclopedia of Educational Theory and Philosophy, 2 Volume Set

Education is a field sometimes beset by theories-of-the-day and with easy panaceas that overpromise the degree to which they can alleviate pressing educational problems. The two-volume Encyclopedia of Educational Theory and Philosophy introduces readers to theories that have stood the test of time and those that have provided the historical foundation for the best of contemporary educational theory and practice. Drawing together a team of international scholars, this invaluable reference examines the global landscape of all the key theories and the theorists behind them and presents them in the context needed to understand their strengths and weaknesses. In addition to interpretations of long-established theories, this work offers essays on cutting-edge research and concise, to-the-point definitions of key concepts, ideas, schools, and figures.nnFeatures:nn Over 300 signed entries by trusted experts in the field are organized into two volumes and overseen by a distinguished general editor and an international editorial board.n Entries are followed by cross references and further reading suggestions.n A Reader’s Guide groups entries thematicallyn The Reader’s Guide, detailed index, and cross references combine for strong search-and-browse capabilities in the electronic version.nnAvailable in a choice of print or electronic formats, Encyclopedia of Educational Theory and Philosophy is an ideal reference for anyone interested in the roots of contemporary educational theory. nnKey Themes:nn Aims of Educationn Classic Premodern Philosophers, Theories, and Theoristsn Curriculumn Educational Research, Evaluation, and Testingn Equity, Rights, Social Stratification, and Citizenshipn Higher Educationn Learners, Learning, and Teachingn Liberal Educationn Moral, Religious, Spiritual, and Social/Cultural Valuesn Multiculturalism and Special Populationsn Organization of Schoolingn Philosophy of Science, Sociology of Science, and Epistemologyn Philosophy of Education: Feminist Perspectivesn Philosophy of Education: Nonwestern Traditionsn Philosophy of Education: The Analytic Traditionn Philosophy of Education: The Continental Traditionsn Philosophy of Education: The Political Theory Traditionn Philosophy of Education: The Pragmatic Traditionn Progressive Educationn Psychological Orientation in Educational Theoryn Social Sciences Orientation in Educational Theory