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Published: 10th October 1996
ISBN: 9780720610192
Number Of Pages: 224
In this new study Boyson takes a close look at the whole spectrum of education in Britain, making illuminating comparisons with other countries and suggesting ways in which education at all levels can be improved.
| Foreword | p. 7 |
| What Are Schools For? | p. 11 |
| Pre-school Education | p. 15 |
| The Infant School | p. 20 |
| The Junior School | p. 25 |
| The Secondary School Curriculum | p. 29 |
| Secondary School Reorganization | p. 35 |
| The General Certificate of Education | p. 40 |
| 'A' Levels, GNVQs and the Sixth-Form Curriculum | p. 44 |
| Apprenticeships | p. 49 |
| Teacher Recruitment and Training | p. 53 |
| Religious, Moral and Sex Education | p. 58 |
| School Discipline | p. 64 |
| Sports Education | p. 70 |
| Assisted Places, Grant-maintained Schools and the Educational Voucher | p. 74 |
| Independent Schools | p. 83 |
| Higher Education | p. 86 |
| The Open University and Adult Education | p. 94 |
| Education, Identity and Political Correctness | p. 96 |
| Political Parties | p. 99 |
| Educational Comparisons with Other Countries | p. 105 |
| How Do We Improve Educational Standards? | p. 110 |
| How to Choose a School for Your Child | p. 116 |
| Basic Information for Parents and Governors | p. 117 |
| Constitution of Governing Bodies for LEA Schools | p. 118 |
| How to Become a Grant-maintained School | p. 119 |
| National Tests in Schools | p. 120 |
| External Examinations | p. 121 |
| Further Reading | p. 123 |
| Table of Contents provided by Blackwell. All Rights Reserved. |
ISBN: 9780720610192
ISBN-10: 0720610192
Audience:
General
Format:
Paperback
Language:
English
Number Of Pages: 224
Published: 10th October 1996
Publisher: Peter Owen Ltd
Country of Publication: GB
Weight (kg): 0.18
