Focusing on literacy studies, the book provides a comprehensive overview of significant theories and their practical applications in primary education. It aims to make complex concepts accessible for educators, emphasizing the importance of these theories in enhancing literacy teaching and learning in the classroom.
Joanne Larson explores fundamental questions regarding the nature and purpose of education, advocating for a comprehensive overhaul of the American schooling system. She presents a framework that includes theoretical, curricular, pedagogical, and assessment principles aimed at reshaping education from preschool through higher education, emphasizing the need for a fresh approach to learning and teaching.