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Pooling together writings from the leading academic authorities in education today, this single-volume reference provides teachers and researchers with provocative new topics and highlights issues in the sociology of education. Entries cover both national and international perspectives and studies, as well as tackling controversial points in education today, from gender inequality to globalization, minorites to meritocracy. This unique Encyclopedia is an incomparable title for today's educational researchers and will prove insightful for continuing studies in sociology of education, and sociology and education. Walter R. Allen, University of California, USA; Michael W. Apple, University of Wisconsin, USA; Madeleine Arnot, University of Cambridge, UK; Paul Atkinson, University of W

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Author:   David Levinson ,  Peter Cookson ,  Alan Sadovnik ,  David Levinson
Publisher:   Taylor & Francis Inc
Imprint:   Routledge
Dimensions:   Width: 21.00cm , Height: 3.90cm , Length: 28.00cm
Weight:   1.560kg
ISBN:  

9780815316152

ISBN 10:   0815316151
Pages:   756
Publication Date:   02 November 2001
Audience:   General/trade ,  College/higher education ,  General ,  Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print  
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With topics ranging form adolescence and schools gender inequality, this stimulating, well-developed compilation of essays covering the common ground between education and sociology is sure to satisfy both educators and researchers... A unique compilation that is international in scope; recommended for academic libraries, schools of education and sociology, and public libraries seeking to offer a broad overview of current topics in these disciplines. -- Library Journal [A]nyone seeking to better understand and improve our educational system will find this book to be an invaluable resource. -- Teachers College Record More than an alphabetical list of topics, this encyclopedia provides articles high in quality, each with a bibliography. The editors, particularly Levinson, are veterans in compiling reference works and are familiar with the field of education.The book has a lengthy introduction with its own long list of references, a roster of contributors, and a comprehensive index. Recommended for undergraduates and above. -- Choice

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