An autobiographical account of one man's adventures as a missionary in the Congo in the early twentieth century. Springer's vivid descriptions of his travels, his encounters with the local people, and his efforts to establish a mission station in the heart of Africa make for an engaging and inspiring read. This book offers a unique perspective on a little-known chapter in the history of Christian missions.
Literacy is the second volume of the Encyclopedia of Language and Education, the first attempt to overview an area which has emerged as a coherent and exciting field of study in the last two decades. While forming part of a series of ten volumes, Literacy also stands on its own, drawing on some state-of-the-art reviews of current concerns in the study of literacy prepared by leading writers and researchers. The book is organised in three main sections: Literacies and Social Theory, Literacies and Social Institutions and Living Literacies – Social and Cultural Experience. The approach is multidisciplinary, drawing on insights from fields as diverse as anthropology and computer science, sociolinguistics and psychology. The international flavour of the volume is reflected not only in the choice of contributors from nine different countries but also in the emphasis throughout on the impact of globalization on our understanding of literacy.
usually called the classical (scientific) attitude (according to which there is a dichotomy between nature and cognition) and suggestions for better understanding of their mutual encroach- ment.
This book deals with effective school leadership and its essential role in improving the efficiency and equity of schooling.
This volume evaluates the contemporary relevance of St. Thomas's views for the philosophy and practice of education. It also examines the intersections of the Angelic Doctor's thought and the numerous cultures and intellectual traditions of the East.
This book addresses issues confronting universities' attempts to integrate practice-based learning in higher education curriculum, yet which reveals the jostling of cultures which exist within and amongst the academy, industry, government and professional bodies and other educational providers.