Sketches in Democracy: Notes from an Urban Classroom - Paperback
Sketches in Democracy: Notes from an Urban Classroom - Paperback
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by Lisa Delorenzo (Author)
Sketches of Democracy is a captivating book that chronicles the first year in the life of a new urban high school. Based on journal entries and educational literature, this booktraces the author's challenging journey toward creating a democratic community of learners within a tangle of socio-economic and political issues. An experienced public school teacher and university educator, DeLorenzo brings a unique perspective to the teaching/learning process. Her poignant anecdotal stories, along with information from authoritative sources, provide a narrative that is deeply reflective and affecting. This book is a must-read for teachers, teacher candidates, and teacher educators who share a passion for teaching those on the margins of society.
Author Biography
Lisa C. DeLorenzo is Professor of Music Education at the John J. Cali School of Music, Upper Montclair, NJ. Her work is dedicated to public school education and music teacher development with beginning and professional educators.
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