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A different kind of teacher

2000230 pagesBerkeley Hills Books

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This collection brings together sixteen key essays and talks by John Gatto, offering a critical examination of the American education system. Part One provides a glimpse into Gatto's classroom, showcasing how he applied his educational philosophies. Part Two presents a critique of schooling, informed by his three decades as a teacher and extensive research into Western education. The final section explores Gatto's search for the true purposes and goals of education and life.

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John Taylor Gatto is the author of Dumbing Us Down, a sharp critique of modern schooling. He's a writer who explores education and its impact on society.

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John Taylor GattoProtagonist
one of his studentsSupporting

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