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100			_aRury, John L.
245		0	_aEducation and Social Change _b: Contours in the History of American Schooling _c/ John L. Rury.
250			_aFourth edition.
260			_aNew York _b: Routledge _c, 2012.
300			_ax, 284 p. _c; 23 cm.
520			_aEducation and Social Change: Contours in the History of American Schooling by John L. Rury examines the historical relationship between education and social transformation in the United States. Rather than presenting education as an isolated institution, the author demonstrates how schools have evolved alongside broader economic, political, and cultural developments. The book traces the development of American education from the colonial period to the twenty-first century, emphasizing how schooling has both reflected and shaped changing social conditions. The text explores the effects of industrialization, urbanization, immigration, democracy, race, gender, class, and economic change on the development of American schools. It also investigates how education has contributed to social mobility while simultaneously reproducing social inequalities. Special attention is given to the experiences of women, minority communities, and disadvantaged populations, highlighting the role of education in struggles for equality and social justice. The fourth edition expands its discussion of globalization, human capital, social capital, standards-based reforms, educational accountability, and federal initiatives such as No Child Left Behind, providing readers with an updated understanding of contemporary educational policy.
650			_aEducation and society.
650			_aEducational sociology—United States.
650			_aEducation—United States—History.
650			_aSocial change—United States.
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