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Routledge The Challenge For the Comprehensive School Book

Name: Routledge The Challenge For the Comprehensive School Book
Brand: Routledge
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Explore the historical and sociological evolution of the British education system with this Routledge Library Edition. As the ambitious claims of newly established comprehensive schools faced real-world testing by 1982, this volume provides a detailed examination of their effectiveness in meeting the needs of all young people. This book investigates whether urban, working-class students found more success and higher self-esteem in comprehensive settings compared to secondary modern schools. It offers a deep look into the core components of the educational experience, including the balance between academic and vocational training, the role of exams, and the impact of curriculum design on student engagement. Designed for researchers, students, and educators, this text addresses vital questions regarding social mobility and community cohesion. It also examines the influence of independent schools on the broader educational landscape. This volume serves as a significant resource for understanding the social and structural challenges that shaped modern schooling.

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Examines the effectiveness of comprehensive schools in meeting the diverse needs of all young students.

Analyzes the success and self-esteem of urban, working-class students compared to previous secondary modern models.

Discusses the critical balance between academic and vocational education within the school system.

Investigates the role of exams and curriculum design in shaping student learning and engagement.

Provides insights into social mobility, community cohesion, and the influence of independent schools.

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Brand: Routledge
Format: hardcover
ASIN: 0415675448
Category: Books > Subjects > Reference
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 08 December 2011
Listed Since: 14 February 2011

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