Synopses & Reviews
This exciting, thought-provoking look at public education in America is based on the author's front line experiences. This book offers guidelines and ideas to encourage the reader to make the thoughtful, purposeful choices that must be made now if we are to enjoy an accountable, healthy public education system in the 21st century. Using non-academic straight talk, this study is helpful not only to parents, but also to those who train, teach, and administrate.
Review
"This book is written clearly with a hard-hitting style. The topics are well developed, thought provoking, practical, and on target. Dr. Fuhr's experience in education is obvious and his selection of quotes and incisive comments make this book valuable reading for educators on all levels." Mel Heller, Loyola University, Chicago
Table of Contents
- The Challenges of Public Education: How Extensive Are They?
- Can Administrators Administrate?
- Can Teachers Teach?
- What About School Boards?
- Who's Teaching Our Teachers?
- Self-Interest Groups: How Powerful Are They?
- Where Do the Stockholders Fit In?
- Your Choice: Private or Public Education?
- The Curriculum: Where Is It Heading?
- What are the Choices?