"Education is in a state of crisis. It has failed to respond to changing social needs—lagging behind rather than leading." The crisis that Jerome Bruner identifies in this volume admits of no easy solutions. But the noted American psychologist makes clear that educational reform must begin with the understanding of how a child acquires information and converts knowledge into action. Drawing on his current work on infant development, Bruner underscores the importance of formulating educational strategies that expand rather than constrict the skills of the young learner.
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Product details

ISBN
9780393006902
Published
1971-01-17
Publisher
WW Norton & Co
Weight
257 gr
Height
203 mm
Width
127 mm
Thickness
25 mm
Age
UU, UP, P, 05, 06
Language
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Heftet
Number of pages
196

Author

Biographical note

Jerome Bruner is currently Research Professor of Psychology and Senior Research Fellow, School of Law at New York University.