The Illusion of School
School isn't what you think it is.
We've been told its purpose is to help children learn and grow - but the real reason school exists is very different.
From its 19th-century design to its hidden strategies, the education system was built to supply the job market with two groups of people: those who manage, and those who are managed. Behind the curtain, schools still use subtle methods that limit opportunities and shape students to fit the system - not to reach their true potential.
The Illusion of School is the first book to expose how the system really works - and what parents, educators, and students can do to break free. If you want your child to rise above outdated rules, unlock real learning, and create their own future, this book is your guide.
The author failed school completely as a child and has since spent 40 years understanding what school really is, how it really works and why we must change its basic design, if we are to provide the child of today with the different skills they will need to survive in their world dominated by artificial intelligence with all the changes this will bring to work and society.
What the experts say:
If you've ever wanted to unravel how student's learn, then Roy Andersen's books are the answer you have been looking for They should be mandatory reading for every parent and educator.
Erin Calhoun. National Institute of Learning Development. USA
"This is an important book that should be read by every parent and educator in the world. It represents a real breakthrough in our understanding of how children are schooled in their preparation for work and life. The book explains exactly what is wrong with school and what we could do to better prepare the child of today for the different demands that will be placed upon them in their working and social life as they move ever more into a world increasingly dominated by artificial intelligence."
Prof / Dean Emeritus David Martin Ph.D Gallaudet University Washington, D.C. USA
"Roy's books should be in the library of each school in every corner of the world. They should also be part of the syllabus in the institutions who are offer child psychology, and teacher training diplomas and degree programs, or at least they should be the part of a refresher course."
M.Imran Khan. CEO AIMMS Universities Middle East
"Roy, your observations on the way 'education' is delivered, and all the things that are wrong with the current model of public education, are an eye-opener. It's plain to me that many of your proposals are not only well-reasoned, but absolutely necessary if we are to achieve any semblance of an egalitarian society in which every child can develop to his or her full potential."
Ms Sara Lippi. Educator. USA.
Roy's series of books clearly and methodically map out exactly how students learn. He isn't afraid to address head-on the many misconceptions that are plaguing our society and thus having a negative impact on our students' learning. Parents and educators who read these books will not only have a better understanding, but will also be inspired to change in their attitudes and preconceived notions on how students can excel in their learning. If you've ever wanted to unravel how student's learn, then these books are the answer you have been looking for They should be mandatory reading for every parent and educator.
Erin Calhoun. National Institute of Learning Development. USA
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