Thursday, January 7, 2010

Letter to grown-ups about today's children

by Philippe Meirieu
An education expert and teacher, Philippe Meirieu offers a complete analysis of education, showing the evolution of the child's status in society, underlining our duty to educate and detailing his convictions on how to best nurture future adults and prepare them for the world of tomorrow.
This reference book is aimed at a wide readership, not only specialists on pedagogy. It conveys a culture, as well as questions and clear answers, to accompany the path of any educator, should he be a parent, an animator or a teacher. All the currents key debates about methods, discipline, school structure or the role of the adult are approached in a lively and documented manner. While he enriches his thoughts with sound examples, Philippe Meirieu defines the contours of what he thinks should be the best support to help young future citizens to reach knowledge and freedom.
320 pages, 14 x 21,5 cm, adults
Rights sold: Italian and Spanish (World)