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Understand the connection between how kids grow and how they learn Rae Pica knows what she's talking about. With over 35 years in the field of education, she's realized that what's missing from our approach to schooling is an understanding of the connection between how children develop and how they learn. In this collection, Pica keeps children front and center as she provides thought-provoking commentary and actionable insights on topics such as the Common Core, the self-esteem movement, and standardized testing. You'll find 29 short essays on topics critical to best practice in child development and education Opinions of experts supported by research and anecdotal evidence Real-life stories shared by teachers and parents References to related articles and interviews with experts With its unflinching look at well-meaning initiatives that may be holding students back, this pocket-sized powerhouse of educational philosophy is sure to inspire discussion about our schools.Product Identifiers
PublisherSAGE Publications INC International Concepts
ISBN-139781483381848
eBay Product ID (ePID)213234002
Product Key Features
Number of Pages160 Pages
Publication NameWhat If Everybody Understood Child Development?: Straight Talk About Bettering Education and Children's Lives
LanguageEnglish
SubjectEducation
Publication Year2015
TypeTextbook
Subject AreaHealth Education
AuthorRae Pica
Dimensions
Item Height228 mm
Item Weight260 g
Additional Product Features
Country/Region of ManufactureUnited States
Title_AuthorRae Pica