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The Big Picture: Education Is Everyone's Business

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Education is not just the responsibility of teachers and students, but of everyone in society. That's the argument of Dennis Littky's new book, The Big Picture. Littky, a former teacher, principal, and superintendent, draws on his experience to argue that education is the key to solving many of the problems facing our world today.

The Big Picture: Education Is Everyone's Business

by Dennis Littky

4.5 out of 5

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Littky begins by arguing that education is not just about teaching students facts and skills. It's also about teaching them how to think critically, solve problems, and work together. These are the skills that students need to succeed in the 21st century workforce. But they're also the skills that we need to solve the world's most pressing problems, such as climate change, poverty, and inequality.

Littky argues that we need to rethink the way we think about education. We need to move away from the traditional model of education, which is based on standardized testing and rote memorization. Instead, we need to focus on developing students' critical thinking skills and their ability to collaborate with others.

Littky also argues that we need to make education more accessible to everyone. We need to ensure that all students have access to high-quality education, regardless of their race, gender, or socioeconomic status. We also need to make it easier for adults to go back to school and get the skills they need to succeed in the workforce.

The Big Picture is a passionate call for us to rethink the way we think about education. It's a book that will challenge you to think about the role of education in your own life and in the world around you.

Reviews

"The Big Picture is a must-read for anyone who cares about the future of education. Dennis Littky makes a powerful case for why education is not just the responsibility of teachers and students, but of everyone in society. This book will challenge you to think about the role of education in your own life and in the world around you."

-Diane Ravitch, author of The Death and Life of the Great American School System

"The Big Picture is a timely and important book. Dennis Littky offers a clear and concise vision for how we can create a more equitable and just education system. This book is a must-read for anyone who cares about the future of our children."

-Pedro Noguera, author of City Schools and the American Dream

About the Author

Dennis Littky is a former teacher, principal, and superintendent. He is the author of several books on education, including The Big Picture and The Essential Elements of Teaching. Littky is a frequent speaker on education issues and has been featured in The New York Times, The Washington Post, and Education Week.