Gerard Giordano Livres

The politically conservative educators of World War II dramatically and rapidly altered policies, programs, schedules, learning materials, classroom activities, and the content of academic courses. They motivated students to salvage materials, sell war stamps, grow crops, learn about wartime issues, and take pride in patriotism. They prepared millions of people for the armed services and the defense industries. These accomplishments were possible because the educators were supported by an unprecedented alliance that included teachers, school administrators, industrialists, military personnel, government leaders, and the President himself. After the war, conservative educators continued to portray themselves as home-front warriors waging a life-threatening battle against enduring global dangers. A terrified public accepted this depiction and continued to back them for decades.

This book is an account of the epic struggle for special education in America's schools. It chronicles the actions of community leaders, families, caregivers, instructors, physicians, scientists, lawyers, judges, lawmakers, businesspersons, journalists, social activists, and persons with disabilities. It details the creation of facilities in which special learners would be safe, productive, independent, respected, and self-fulfilled. The book discusses techniques for assessing the presence, scope, and etiology of disabilities. Finally, American Special Education describes novel, sometimes expensive, and frequently controversial interventions, and places each development within the remarkable confluence of social and political circumstances that propelled the transformation of special education.

The transformation of the Sonoran Desert landscape is highlighted through the historical efforts of early pioneers who, inspired by the Hohokam's irrigation techniques, diverted the Agua Fria River to create Lake Pleasant. Central to this monumental reclamation project was William H. Beardsley, whose vision led to the construction of the Pleasant Dam, completed in 1927. The park now boasts over 20,000 acres of water for recreational activities, alongside extensive camping facilities, showcasing a blend of history and outdoor adventure.

Although originally designed as instruments to gauge students' progress, tests eventually were used to modify curricula, learning materials, pedagogy, and many practical features of schooling. Tests were employed to shape attitudes toward national issues such as employment, immigration, and defense. Worried about the enormous consequences that were at stake, advocates and opponents pitched their cases to educators, parents, journalists, and policymakers and also targeted special audiences. Testing proponents pleaded with military leaders, businesspeople, and scholastic publishers while their adversaries appealed to job seekers, college applicants, racial minorities, and anti-establishmentarians. This book illustrates how all of these parties showed interest; many became passionate; and some decisively influenced the course of American educational testing.

Focusing on strategies to manage and prevent violence in educational settings, this book offers practical guidance for educators and administrators. It delves into effective communication, conflict resolution, and the importance of fostering a safe school environment. By addressing the root causes of aggression and providing actionable solutions, the text aims to equip readers with the tools needed to create a more peaceful and supportive atmosphere for students and staff alike.

Addressing contemporary concerns, the book explores the pressing questions parents have regarding textbooks, examining their content, relevance, and impact on children's education. It delves into the evolving landscape of educational materials and provides insights into how these resources can best serve students' learning needs in today's world.

The Hohokam tribe, known for their advanced irrigation systems along the Verde River, mysteriously vanished, leaving a legacy admired by early Arizona settlers. In the early 20th century, efforts to reconstruct their canal system led to significant developments, including the Salt River Project and the construction of Bartlett Dam and Horseshoe Reservoir to support World War II copper mining. The Verde River, referred to as "The River of Time," serves as a crucial historical and ecological lifeline, shaping the growth of modern Phoenix, Arizona.

The book presents the case method as a tool for various educational stakeholders, including administrators, teachers, and parents, to analyze and address the academic challenges faced from World War I to today. By examining historical critiques of the education system, it aims to foster a deeper understanding of persistent issues in schooling and encourages collaborative problem-solving.

Focusing on the inquiries parents have regarding learners, this book examines the various groups that addressed these questions, detailing their responses and the persuasive language used. It delves into the underlying motives behind these answers, providing insight into the dynamics of educational discourse and parental concerns.