Description
In a critical examination of the No Child Left Behind Act, the authors delve into the consequences this legislation has had on the American education system since its enactment in 2002. They argue that rather than uplifting schools and empowering students, NCLB has inadvertently stifled creativity and fostered a culture of high-stakes testing that prioritizes standardized scores over meaningful learning experiences.
Through compelling insights and real-life examples, the book reveals how the act's focus on accountability often leads to neglecting the needs of the very children it aims to support. It challenges readers to reconsider the effectiveness of such policies and advocates for a more holistic approach to education that places the well-being of children at its core.
Through compelling insights and real-life examples, the book reveals how the act's focus on accountability often leads to neglecting the needs of the very children it aims to support. It challenges readers to reconsider the effectiveness of such policies and advocates for a more holistic approach to education that places the well-being of children at its core.
Book Details
Format
Paperback
Pages
152 pages
Language
English
Published
Sep 29, 2004
Publisher
Beacon Press
Editions
2 editions
ISBN-10
0807004596
ISBN-13
9780807004593