Isbn: 9780307405395 - real education: four simple truths for bringing america's schools back to reality (34 risultati)

Paperback. Condizione: Good. "The most talked-about education book this semester." --New York Times From the author of Coming Apart, and based on a series of controversial Wall Street Journal op-eds, this landmark manifesto gives voice to what everyone knows about talent, ability, and intelligence but no one wants to admit. With four truths as his framework, Charles Murray, the bestselling coauthor of The Bell Curve, sweeps away the hypocrisy, wishful thinking, and upside-down priorities that grip America's educational establishment. *Ability varies. Children differ in their ability to learn, but America's educational system does its best to ignore this. *Half of the children are below average. Many children cannot learn more than rudimentary reading and math. Yet decades of policies have required schools to divert resources to unattainable goals. *Too many people are going to college. Only a fraction of students struggling to get a degree can profit from education at the college level. *America's future depends on how we educate the academically gifted. It is time to start thinking about the kind of education needed by the young people who will run the country.…

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. unknown. It's a well-cared-for item that has seen limited use. The item may show minor signs of wear. All the text is legible, with all pages included. It may have slight markings and/or highlighting.

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Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Paperback. Condizione: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Paperback. Condizione: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Paperback. Condizione: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Paperback. Condizione: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Paperback. Condizione: Good. "The most talked-about education book this semester." --New York Times From the author of Coming Apart, and based on a series of controversial Wall Street Journal op-eds, this landmark manifesto gives voice to what everyone knows about talent, ability, and intelligence but no one wants to admit. With four truths as his framework, Charles Murray, the bestselling coauthor of The Bell Curve, sweeps away the hypocrisy, wishful thinking, and upside-down priorities that grip America's educational establishment. *Ability varies. Children differ in their ability to learn, but America's educational system does its best to ignore this. *Half of the children are below average. Many children cannot learn more than rudimentary reading and math. Yet decades of policies have required schools to divert resources to unattainable goals. *Too many people are going to college. Only a fraction of students struggling to get a degree can profit from education at the college level. *America's future depends on how we educate the academically gifted. It is time to start thinking about the kind of education needed by the young people who will run the country.…

Condizione: Good. Good condition. A copy that has been read but remains intact. May contain markings such as bookplates, stamps, limited notes and highlighting, or a few light stains.

Condizione: acceptable. This copy has clearly been enjoyedâ"expect noticeable shelf wear and some minor creases to the cover. Binding is strong, and all pages are legible. May contain previous library markings or stamps.

Condizione: Good. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Condizione: Good. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority.

paperback. Condizione: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used textbooks may not include companion materials such as access codes, etc. May have some wear or limited writing/highlighting. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority.

paperback. Condizione: Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used textbooks may not include companion materials such as access codes, etc. May have some wear or writing/highlighting. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority.

paperback. Condizione: Good. unknown. Ships in a BOX from Central Missouri! May not include working access code. Will not include dust jacket. Has used sticker(s) and some writing or highlighting. UPS shipping for most packages, (Priority Mail for AK/HI/APO/PO Boxes).

Condizione: New.

paperback. Condizione: New.

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Paperback or Softback. Condizione: New. Real Education: Four Simple Truths for Bringing America's Schools Back to Reality. Book.

Condizione: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Paperback. Condizione: Brand New. unknown edition. 224 pages. 8.00x5.25x0.50 inches. In Stock.

Condizione: New.

Condizione: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Paperback. Condizione: Good.

Paperback. Condizione: new. Paperback. "The most talked-about education book this semester." New York Times From the author of Coming Apart, and based on a series of controversial Wall Street Journal op-eds, this landmark manifesto gives voice to what everyone knows about talent, ability, and intelligence but no one wants to admit. With four truths as his framework, Charles Murray, the bestselling coauthor of The Bell Curve, sweeps away the hypocrisy, wishful thinking, and upside-down priorities that grip Americas educational establishment. Ability varies. Children differ in their ability to learn, but Americas educational system does its best to ignore this. Half of the children are below average. Many children cannot learn more than rudimentary reading and math. Yet decades of policies have required schools to divert resources to unattainable goals. Too many people are going to college. Only a fraction of students struggling to get a degree can profit from education at the college level. Americas future depends on how we educate the academically gifted. It is time to start thinking about the kind of education needed by the young people who will run the country. "The most talked-about education book this semester." --"New York Times" Based on a series of controversial "Wall Street Journal" op-eds, this landmark manifesto gives voice to what everyone knows about talent, ability, and intelligence but no one wants to admit. With four truths as his framework, Charles Murray, the bestselling coauthor of "The Bell Curve," sweeps away the hypocrisy, wishful thinking, and upside-down priorities that grip America's educational establishment. Ability varies. Children differ in their ability to learn, but America's educational system does its best to ignore this.Half of the children are below average. Many children cannot learn more than rudimentary reading and math. Yet decades of policies have required schools to divert resources to unattainable goals.Too many people are going to college. Only a fraction of students struggling to get a degree can profit from education at the college level.America's future depends on how we educate the academically gifted. It is time to start thinking about the kind of education needed by the young people who will run the country. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Condizione: Brand New. unknown edition. 224 pages. 8.00x5.25x0.50 inches. In Stock. This item is printed on demand.

Paperback / softback. Condizione: New. This item is printed on demand. New copy - Usually dispatched within 5-9 working days.