Lingering with the Works of Ted T. Aoki: Historical and Contemporary Significance for Curriculum Research and Practice

This collection of essays explores the impact of Ted T. Aoki's scholarship on curriculum theory and practice, highlighting his ideas, pedagogy, and philosophy. It features contributions from top scholars in the field and examines the enduring legacy of Aoki's work, exploring themes such as tensionality, multiplicity, and bridging of difference. The text celebrates an Aokian way of being while engaging a diversity of perspectives, knowledge, and philosophies in education, reflecting on the contribution of his work and its continual enrichment of curriculum scholarship.

Format: Hardback
Length: 208 pages
Publication date: 24 December 2021
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This remarkable collection of essays, penned by both emerging and established curriculum theory scholars, delves into the personal encounters and enduring connections with Ted T. Aoki, a renowned figure in the field. Through their narratives, the authors shed light on the profound impact of Aoki's lifework, both theoretically and experientially. The text features the esteemed contributions of numerous esteemed scholars from the realm of education, unveiling Aoki's historical legacy and the contemporary significance of his work for educational research and practice.

The influence of Aoki's ideas, pedagogy, and philosophy on the lived curriculum is explored in depth, with a particular focus on themes such as tensionality, multiplicity, and the bridging of difference. The authors engage with a diverse range of perspectives, knowledge, and philosophies in education, reflecting on the enduring contribution of Aoki's work and its ongoing enrichment of curriculum scholarship.

This text is of immense value to researchers, academics, and educators with a keen interest in curriculum studies, educational research, teacher education, and the broader philosophy of education. Those with a specific interest in international and comparative education, as well as interdisciplinary approaches that incorporate perspectives from arts, language and literacy, sciences, technology, and higher education curriculum, will find this book particularly insightful.

The essays in this collection offer a deep and multifaceted understanding of Ted T. Aoki's legacy, providing valuable insights into the transformative power of his ideas and the enduring impact they have had on the field of education. By exploring the personal encounters and enduring connections of scholars with Aoki, the text fosters a deeper appreciation for his contributions and encourages further exploration of curriculum scholarship in the years to come.

Weight: 462g
Dimension: 158 x 235 x 21 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367479084