The New Newbolt Report: One Hundred Years of Teaching English in England

This book offers a re-evaluation of English teaching one century on from the Newbolt Report of 1921, examining its impact on assessment, literary curriculum, education reform, social mobility, class, and widening participation, and considering the promotion of community cohesion, diversity, and technological advances. It is essential reading for researchers in English education and the history of education.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 228 pages
Publication date: 31 May 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

One hundred and fifty years after the publication of the Newbolt Report in 1921, this book offers a critical reassessment of English teaching, responding to the seminal work and examining its enduring impact on contemporary issues and aims of English education. Drawing on the expertise of scholars in English higher education, the book provides a twenty-first-century perspective on the enduring concerns highlighted by Newbolt's original report. It delves into topics such as the challenges of assessment, the narrowing of the literary curriculum, the effects of education reform, goals related to social mobility, class, and widening participation, as well as broader questions about the role of literature and the arts in education. Chapters also explore issues surrounding community cohesion, diversity, and the potential implications of technological advancements on literary education.

This comprehensive re-evaluation of the Newbolt Commission's achievements and findings is a must-read for researchers interested in English education and the history of education. It sheds light on the ongoing debates and discussions shaping the field, offering valuable insights and perspectives for educators and policymakers alike.

Weight: 453g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367694616