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Book SynopsisFollowing A.N. Whitehead’s rhythm of education, the author provides a guide for parents and educators on raising children to thrive in times of tempestuous change. Each chapter presents exemplary educational events rich in context, and then draws on seminal research to ground her recommendations in a robust theoretical foundation.
Trade ReviewThe literature on educational change can be divided into two camps. One camp focuses on big, broad ideas and visions for schools while the other is more practical, emphasizing instructional improvement and effective teaching. Finally, Lynn De Jonghe has bridged this gap, providing both a broad vision for schools based on the work of Alfred Whitehead, and practical guidance about what those big ideas might look like in real schools. An important and compelling contribution.
-- Kevin Fahey, Salem State University
We have long known that the education of our children is critically important. Drawing on the revolutionary process-relational philosophy of Alfred North Whitehead and her years of experience, De Jonghe has written a book that helps us understand how best to educate people in an interconnected and ever-changing world and, just as importantly, how to put this understanding into practice.
-- Marcus Ford, Professor Emeritus, Northern Arizona University, Co-founder Flagstaff College www.FlagstaffCollege.education
Table of ContentsA Note from the Author
Acknowledgments
List of Illustrations
Introduction: Inspiring Learning for a Changing World
Part I: The Romance of Discovery: Getting the Basics Right
Chapter 1.Taking Curiosity Seriously
Chapter 2.The Power of Play
Chapter 3.Respecting Children’s Voices: Listening, Writing, and the Art of Criticism
Chapter 4.Experiencing Genuine Success
Chapter 5.Learning by Doing
Part II: Gaining Precision, Achieving Mastery
Chapter 6.Practice, Precision, and Mastery
Chapter 7.Learning in Depth
Chapter 8.Problem Solving and Creativity
Chapter 9.Building Trust, Working Collaboratively
Part III: Generalizing Learning to a Larger Framework: Taking Commitment and Activism into the World
Chapter 10.Integrated Learning
Chapter 11.Education for Empathy and Justice
Chapter 12.Harmony, Nature, and Spirit: Ecological Interdependence
Chapter 13.Facing Challenges as Opportunities
Chapter 14.Building Community
Conclusion: Thriving in Times of Change, An Ecological Vision
Appendix: The Influence of Process Philosophy on Recent Scientific Theory
Bibliography
About the Author
Index
