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Otto, Wayne – Journal of Reading, 1995
Warns against tendencies in educational circles to make lists but not check them twice. Discusses Denny Taylor's "Learning Denied" and Bart Kosko's "Fuzzy Thinking: The New Science of Fuzzy Logic," as well as seven education articles. (SR)
Descriptors: Book Reviews, Educational Philosophy, Educational Practices, Educational Principles
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Wilson, Roger – Journal of Educational Thought/Revue de la Pensee Educative, 1994
Provides reviews and critical analyses of "Capitalist Schools: Explanation and Ethics in Radical Studies of Schooling," by Daniel P. Liston, and "Teacher Education and the Social Conditions of Schooling," by Daniel P. Liston and Kenneth M. Zeichner. Indicates that both books call for critical inspection of current educational models. (15…
Descriptors: Educational Environment, Educational Objectives, Educational Philosophy, Educational Principles
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Knapp, Clifford E. – Journal of Experiential Education, 1994
Reviews a book that suggests that customary educational practices are in direct conflict with principles of human learning and development. Suggests that experiential learning can correct deficiencies of traditional schooling by promoting genuine understanding and relevance for students. (LP)
Descriptors: Book Reviews, Child Development, Cognitive Style, Educational Change
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Chattin-McNichols, John – Montessori Life, 1998
Reviews Marshak's book describing the work of educators Maria Montessori, Rudolf Steiner, Aurobindo Ghose, and Inayat Khan. Maintains that the book gives clear, concise information on each educator and presents a common vision for children and their education; also maintains that it gives theoretical and practical information and discusses…
Descriptors: Educational Development, Educational Improvement, Educational Objectives, Educational Philosophy
Simonelli, Richard – Winds of Change, 1994
Reviews "Look to the Mountain: An Ecology of Indigenous Education," a book that provides a philosophic basis for American Indian education that stresses culture, spirituality, environmental education, and the importance of "visioning" or looking to the future. Includes an outline for an indigenous science curriculum. (LP)
Descriptors: American Indian Culture, American Indian Education, Curriculum Development, Educational Philosophy