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Insult to Intelligence: The Bureaucratic Invasion of Our Classroom [Hardcover]

Frank Smith (Author)


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Smith ( Reading Without Nonsense and other books) delivers yet another attack on the education system. He castigates the use of worksheets, drill and practice exercises, and programmed instruction. A lengthy chapter is devoted to a tirade on testing. The use of computers as drill and practice tools is also discussed. Smith offers a variety of solutions to these educational problems. He suggests that the importance of grades and tests be reduced, that more student-centered activities be used, and that parents become more involved. The problems with this volume are Smith's writing style and the fact that he doesn't really suggest anything that has not already been discussed in the educational world. Joanne Troutner, Library Media Specialist, Tippecanoe School Corp., Lafayette, Ind.
Copyright 1987 Reed Business Information, Inc.

Product Details

  • Hardcover: 289 pages
  • Publisher: Arbor House Pub Co (November 1986)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0877958270
  • ISBN-13: 978-0877958277
  • Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 6.3 x 1.1 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #804,304 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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