Weapons of Mass Instruction: A SchoolTeacher's Journey Through The Dark World of Compulsory Schooling
Unschooling advocate John Taylor Gatto presents inspiring examples of homeschooled, unschooled, and independent learners who not only avoided poverty and social isolation but also became brilliant and innovative. His book offers a high-energy case for homeschooling, examining the drawbacks of forced learning and the benefits of open-source learning. Gatto also critiques the Prussian-German education system, presenting a compelling argument for taking control of one's own education. This 214-page softcover book is a must-read for anyone considering homeschooling.
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In his book, John Taylor Gatto boldly faces the challenge of forced compulsory education and champions unschooling. He provides numerous examples of successful unschooled and independent learners who not only avoided poverty but became brilliant and innovative. These individuals had the opportunity to devote time and energy to developing their skills from an early age. Gatto's book will inspire and energize those interested in homeschooling, or provide a strong case for those considering it. He examines the problems of forced learning and the benefits of open-source learning, as well as the issues with the Prussian-German education system. The softcover book has 214 pages.
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Subject: Teaching Resources
Brand: New Society Publishers
Publisher Date: 04/01/2010
Author: John Taylor Gatto
Dimensions: 8.9 x 6 x 0.7
UPC: 9780865716698
Pages: 215
