Village Proposal: Education as a Shared Responsibility

By Christopher Paslay and Christopher Paslay MA Philadelphia public schoolteacher counselor and author of A Parent’s Guide

Book Overview

The Village Proposal is based on the African proverb that it takes a village to raise a child. Part education commentary, part memoir, the book analyzes the theme of shared responsibility in public schools and evaluates the importance of sound teacher instruction; the effectiveness of America's teacher colleges; the need for strong school leaders and supports; the need for strong parental and community involvement; the effectiveness of multiculturalism and social justice in closing the achievement gap; the relevancy of education policy; the impact of private business and politics on schools; and how the media and technology are influencing education.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1610480600
• ISBN13: 9781610480604
• Release Date: September 2011
• Publisher: R & L Education
• Length: 184 Pages
• Weight: 0.60 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 8.9"