Sketches in Democracy: Notes from an Urban Classroom (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781610483049)

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: Lisa Delorenzo
ISBN-10: 1610483049
ISBN-13: 9781610483049
Publisher: R & L Education
Language: English
Published: 02/17/2012
Pages: 168
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.55lbs
Size: 8.90h x 5.90w x 0.50d

Review Citation(s):
Choice 10/01/2012