1. Introduction -- 2. The purpose of schooling -- 3. School choice -- 4. The achievement gap -- 5. Testing and accountability -- 6. Social and emotional learning -- 7. Civics education -- 8. For-profits and privatization -- 9. Philanthropy -- 10. Diversity and equity -- 11. Teacher pay -- 12. COVID-19 -- 13. Closing thoughts.
Summary:
"At a time of bitter national polarization, there is a critical need for leaders who can help us better communicate with one another. Written as a series of back-and-forth exchanges, this engaging book illustrates a model of civil debate between those with substantial, principled differences. It is also a powerful meditation on where 21st-century school improvement can and should go next"-- Provided by publisher.
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