How the world learns comparative educational systems
(CD + Book)

Accompanied by the course guidebook of the same title: How the world learns : comparative educational systems / Alexander W. Wiseman, Ph. D. Published by the Great Courses; copyright The Teaching Company, 2015.

"The idea that everybody deserves a chance is at the heart of Horace Mann’s revolutionary belief that education is “the great equalizer.” U.S. schools—and national education systems around the world—today reflect the ideals that Mann was among the first to promote, including universal enrollment, compulsory attendance, and public funding. Mann’s blueprint for mass education in America has since been followed across the globe—yet international student assessments show that achievement among countries varies sharply, with the United States and much of Europe typically scoring average, at best. Furthermore, educators, business leaders, and government officials cite a growing disconnect between what schools teach and the needs of a rapidly changing market." -- Website.

Taught by Professor Alexander W. Wiseman, Lehigh University.

"Compare global teaching methods and student achievement; consider culture and context to see how success in education can be measures-and improved."--From container.