Educational Foundations

Education is an academic field taught at universities, emerged from various disciplines such as philosophy, history, sociology, politics, economics, and law. "Educational Foundations" is the first reference work to provide an authoritative state-of-the-field mapping of these foundational disciplines, covering key topics like Mapping the Field, Purposes of Education, Curriculum, Schools and Education Systems, Learning and Human Development, Teaching and Teacher Education, Assessment and Evaluation. It also emphasizes social justice issues and includes 48 chapters written by renowned international scholars.

Format: Mixed media product
Publication date: 23 February 2023
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Education, a multifaceted academic domain, has its roots in a diverse array of disciplines, including philosophy, history, sociology, politics/policy, economics, and law. This rich tapestry of knowledge has given rise to the field of education, which is taught at universities across the globe.

Educational Foundations: A Comprehensive Reference Work is a groundbreaking endeavor that aims to provide an authoritative mapping of these foundational disciplines. This comprehensive reference work delves into the ideas, methods, theories, and approaches that each discipline contributes to the field of education.

The six volumes of this work are dedicated to examining individual constituent disciplines, namely:

Philosophical Foundations of Education: Volume 1
Historical Foundations of Education: Volume 2
Sociological Foundations of Education: Volume 3
Policy Foundations of Education: Volume 4
Economic Foundations of Education: Volume 5
Legal Foundations of Education: Volume 6

Within each volume, a meticulous exploration of key topics within education is undertaken, forming the chapter titles. These topics serve as the focal points for each chapter, allowing readers to delve into the intricacies of education from various perspectives.

The structure of this set facilitates a seamless study experience. Readers can approach the volumes individually, by discipline, or laterally by topic, enabling comparative and thematic readings of chapters across the volumes. Special attention is given to social justice issues throughout the volumes, with the authors showcasing how each discipline contributes to addressing these critical concerns, including race, gender, sexuality, and disability.

It is worth noting that students, researchers, and faculty in education departments often possess a fragmented understanding of all the foundational disciplines. However, the foundations remain a fundamental aspect of teacher education and education programs worldwide. This set aims to address the specific gaps in knowledge by providing a comprehensive and focused exploration of these foundational disciplines.

By delving into the ideas, methods, and theories of these disciplines, Educational Foundations: A Comprehensive Reference Work equips readers with a deeper understanding of the foundations of education. It serves as a valuable resource for educators, scholars, and practitioners seeking to enrich their knowledge and contribute to the field of education.

Weight: 3120g
Dimension: 248 x 338 x 153 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781350171527