Contemporary Theories of Education

We are living in a period where questions about the direction education should take are emerging from all sides. We all question the nature of educational changes. Which theory of education should we choose? The second edition of Contemporary Theories of Education attempts to answer these questions.

Indeed, this work presents a synthesis of about thirty theories of education that, nowadays, inspire reflections and innovations in different European and American countries. The author took care to classify the theories so that everyone can quickly understand what motivates those who propose changes in education. In each chapter, the author describes how educational theorists view problems and what educational solutions are suggested. And it concludes with a personal stance on the best theory of education.

This work is aimed at any reader who wishes to understand the major contemporary theories of education. It quickly provides an overview of the main educational currents, ranging from spiritualist to social, passing through the more psychological currents.

This book is also a very useful tool for teachers and students who, one day and for various reasons, have to work in school systems. Indeed, teachers who want to make changes in their practice can use this book to choose the theory of education that suits them. Similarly, this work is aimed at students who are obliged to understand the possible sources of educational change.

A fundamental work.