by Gerardo Guidi Kawas (1994)
Analysis of education in Mexico, with historical review and focus on Salinas' program of modernization and reform. The study treats both the national level and state education in Nuevo León.
Adriana Puiggrós (dirección
"Part of an excellent collected work on the history of education in Argentina. This, the last volume, examines competing ideologies in education during the period between the fall of Perón and the return of democracy after the last military dictatorship"--Handbook of Latin American Studies, v. 58.
Henry A. Giroux
The University in Chains argues that both the academy and democracy are in peril, that a fundamental assault has been launched on the academy's unfulfilled legacy of democratic education and its present and future role as a democratic public sphere. But the rigid ideological, economic, and religious chains that are now engulfing higher education so as to eliminate critical thought, noncommodified and nonmilitarized forms of knowledge, intellectual engagement with important social issues, and interdisciplinary social formations represent more than an attack on democracy. Such assaults also suggest an attack on politics itself-that is, on those forms of teaching, exchange, dialogue, and social relations that refuse to "methodically eliminate speaking and acting human beings. "The University in Chains makes a case for reclaiming higher education as a democratic public sphere and counterinstitution, one that enables teachers and students to engage in a culture of questioning, a pedagogy of critical engagement, and a democratic politics of civic responsibility.
Alan November
Written by an internationally recognized expert in the field, this second edition of the bestseller provides educators with practical strategies for using technology to "break down" classroom walls and prepare all students to succeed in a digital world. Making the case of technology's capacity to improve school performance and create communities of best practice, the book demonstrates how appropriate use of computer and Internet technologies enhances students' critical thinking, research, and problem-solving skills. Equally important, informed use of technology can level the learning field for disadvantaged students and allow children who are disabled to participate more fully in mainstream education. Offering more than 50 Web sites, as well as new resources, realistic lesson ideas, sample activities, more information about online learning, and real-world examples, this timely revision examines: information literacy; learning in a globally connected community; increased access to information; applications for digital cameras, fax machines, cell phones, and more; the relationship between technology expenditures and student achievement. Complete with a section on navigating government archives online, this updated edition of Empowering Students With Technology helps students connect instructional content to real life and facilitates their development as independent and collaborative learners.
Stuart Wallace
Stuart Wallace's "War and the Image of Germany: British Academics, 1914-1918" examines how British academics' perceptions of Germany shifted during World War I, moving from initial neutrality to a largely negative and critical portrayal. Here's a more detailed overview: Initial Neutrality and Shift: Before the war, British academics often held a more balanced view of Germany, appreciating its culture and intellectual achievements. However, the outbreak of war and the German invasion of Belgium led to a dramatic shift in their opinions. The Rise of Anti-German Sentiment: Wallace's book explores how academics, influenced by the war propaganda and nationalistic fervor, began to portray Germany as a barbaric and aggressive nation. Focus on German "War Guilt": The study highlights how British academics played a key role in shaping the narrative of German "war guilt," arguing that Germany was solely responsible for the conflict. Impact on Post-War Relations: Wallace's work suggests that the negative image of Germany created by British academics during the war contributed to the strained post-war relations between the two countries. Examples of Academic Writings: The book analyzes specific examples of academic writings, speeches, and publications that reflect the evolving perceptions of Germany during the war years.