Ivor F. Goodson Libros

El libro Historias de vida del profesorado intenta llenar un vacío considerable que existe desde hace tiempo en los libros sobre educación. Aunque durante el último siglo haya experimentado auges esporádicos, la historia de vida es un género que ha recibido escasa atención hasta hace poco, no sólo en España sino en la mayoría de países. Y ello a pesar de que los estudios de historia de vida contribuyen a la producción de una amplia gama de saberes profesionales que emergen del propio docente. Decantar en esta dirección el estudio de la educación exige una desestabilización y una reconceptualización importantes de los enfoques de investigación existentes.

Exploring the concept of teacher professionalism, this text delves into its significance and offers insights on enhancing it. It examines the various dimensions of professionalism in education, addressing challenges and proposing strategies for improvement, ultimately aiming to elevate the teaching profession and its impact on student learning.

Focusing on the intersection of research and education, this groundbreaking work by two leading experts explores how innovative practices and processes can drive profound social change. By emphasizing the transformative potential of these fields, the authors challenge conventional approaches and propose new methodologies aimed at fostering significant societal advancements.

Focusing on the narrative trends of the 21st century, this book explores the intersection of narrativity theories and life story analysis. It highlights how these concepts can enhance learning potential and guide the development of effective courses of action. Through this reassessment, readers gain insights into the evolving nature of storytelling and its implications for education and personal growth.

Focusing on the intersection of personal biographies and educational reform, this book argues that understanding the individual experiences of key figures is crucial for grasping the outcomes of social and political initiatives. It critiques recent educational writings and governmental actions that overlook these personal narratives, emphasizing their significance in shaping effective strategies for social change within Western societies.

Professor Ivor Goodson compiles twenty pivotal writings that reflect his extensive thirty-year journey in education research and thought. This collection showcases his insights into key educational issues, offering readers a comprehensive understanding of his contributions to the field.

Originally published in 1985. 'Europe' and the EEC seemed to be virtually synonymous for the majority of our population and the ambivalent feelings many people have about the Community, together with the consistently bad press it received in the UK, seemed to engender a hostility in educational circles towards teaching about Europe as a whole. However, if one of the aims of education is to increase children's awareness, tolerance and understanding of the world about them; to widen their experience and horizons; then teaching about the wider world must have a place in the curriculum. This book argues for education about Europe, not necessarily in favour of Europe, breaking down the national insularity of the UK curriculum and using Europe as one convenient 'window on the wider world'.