Real education: four simple truths for bringing American schools back to reality
(Book)
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Published:
New York : Crown Publishers, 2008.
Format:
Book
Edition:
1st ed.
Physical Desc:
219 pages ; 22 cm
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Description
Addresses serious problems with the American educational system and introduces four simple truths that parents and educators need to confront.
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Language:
English
ISBN:
9780307405388
Notes
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Includes bibliographical references and index.
Description
Addresses serious problems with the American educational system and introduces four simple truths that parents and educators need to confront.
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APA Citation (style guide)
Murray, C. A. (2008). Real education: four simple truths for bringing American schools back to reality. Crown Publishers.
Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation (style guide)Murray, Charles A. 2008. Real Education: Four Simple Truths for Bringing American Schools Back to Reality. Crown Publishers.
Chicago / Turabian - Humanities Citation (style guide)Murray, Charles A, Real Education: Four Simple Truths for Bringing American Schools Back to Reality. Crown Publishers, 2008.
MLA Citation (style guide)Murray, Charles A. Real Education: Four Simple Truths for Bringing American Schools Back to Reality. Crown Publishers, 2008.
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