Sketches in Democracy
Author | : Lisa DeLorenzo |
Publisher | : R&L Education |
Total Pages | : 159 |
Release | : 2012-02-29 |
ISBN-10 | : 9781610483056 |
ISBN-13 | : 1610483057 |
Rating | : 4/5 (56 Downloads) |
Download or read book Sketches in Democracy written by Lisa DeLorenzo and published by R&L Education. This book was released on 2012-02-29 with total page 159 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sketches of Democracy is a captivating book that chronicles the first year in the life of a new urban high school. Based on journal entries and educational literature, this booktraces the author’s challenging journey toward creating a democratic community of learners within a tangle of socio-economic and political issues. An experienced public school teacher and university educator, DeLorenzo brings a unique perspective to the teaching/learning process. Her poignant anecdotal stories, along with information from authoritative sources, provide a narrative that is deeply reflective and affecting. This book is a must-read for teachers, teacher candidates, and teacher educators who share a passion for teaching those on the margins of society.