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The author challenges the reader to think critically and to consider multiple perspectives. The text incorporates a broad range of viewpoints underscored by authentic personal vignettes. I was particularly impressed with the interpretations of the No Child Left Behind Act, the UN Rights of Children, and Riesman’s Three Types of Societies.
--Dr. Nancy P. Gallavan, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

The book looks great, it does come together with all its various directions, it is well supported with references and further reading, and it is well written. The layout is very good, lots of subheads, plenty of space and eye-grabbing headings, and excellent use of supporting quotes and examples. I think the book will be perfect for just what you describe: a teaching tool to get people thinking. I congratulate you.

--Dr. Harry F. Wolcott, University of Oregon

This book is greatly needed for pre-service teacher preparation programs, as well as all in-service and graduate teacher education. We cannot continue to pretend that children are immune to the violent world they live in.

--Dr. Marta Cruz-Janzen, Florida Atlantic University

I enjoyed reading your book. It seems to me that in meeting the challenges of terrorism knowledge is the first requirement - the biggest danger is ignorance. Your book helps to meet that need providing a wealth of information that is multicultural, comprehensive and worldwide. You use research to counter rumour which is rife in these areas, and sociology to provide further insight. You present it in an engaging manner, with a mix of statistics on the one hand and case studies and anecdotes on the other which has the effect of bringing it all to life. The children's voices are particularly effective. You deal with a range of issues that cover the more usual ones of sexism and racism but also less usual, like genital mutilation and “Gakko Soji.” And you include interesting suggestions for teachers’ practice as well as pointing them towards useful resources - the internet connections are especially impressive. So great stuff Edith. I'm full of admiration!

--Dr. Peter Woods, Emeritus Professor at The Open University, UK

Edith King incorporates pressing ideas on the consequences and implications of terrorism for teaching. This book provides visibility for ethnic, feminist and family perspectives, and is an important resource for those concerned with current global issues.
--Lucy Huxley, Lecturer, Manchester Metropolitan University, UK

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Meeting the Challenges of Teaching in an Era of Terrorism

	Reviews: Meeting the Challenges of Teaching in an Era of Terrorism

Edith W. King HOME Morgridge College of Education HOME		The author challenges the reader to think critically and to consider multiple perspectives. The text incorporates a broad range of viewpoints underscored by authentic personal vignettes. I was particularly impressed with the interpretations of the No Child Left Behind Act, the UN Rights of Children, and Riesman’s Three Types of Societies. --Dr. Nancy P. Gallavan, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville The book looks great, it does come together with all its various directions, it is well supported with references and further reading, and it is well written. The layout is very good, lots of subheads, plenty of space and eye-grabbing headings, and excellent use of supporting quotes and examples. I think the book will be perfect for just what you describe: a teaching tool to get people thinking. I congratulate you. --Dr. Harry F. Wolcott, University of Oregon This book is greatly needed for pre-service teacher preparation programs, as well as all in-service and graduate teacher education. We cannot continue to pretend that children are immune to the violent world they live in. --Dr. Marta Cruz-Janzen, Florida Atlantic University I enjoyed reading your book. It seems to me that in meeting the challenges of terrorism knowledge is the first requirement - the biggest danger is ignorance. Your book helps to meet that need providing a wealth of information that is multicultural, comprehensive and worldwide. You use research to counter rumour which is rife in these areas, and sociology to provide further insight. You present it in an engaging manner, with a mix of statistics on the one hand and case studies and anecdotes on the other which has the effect of bringing it all to life. The children's voices are particularly effective. You deal with a range of issues that cover the more usual ones of sexism and racism but also less usual, like genital mutilation and “Gakko Soji.” And you include interesting suggestions for teachers’ practice as well as pointing them towards useful resources - the internet connections are especially impressive. So great stuff Edith. I'm full of admiration! --Dr. Peter Woods, Emeritus Professor at The Open University, UK Edith King incorporates pressing ideas on the consequences and implications of terrorism for teaching. This book provides visibility for ethnic, feminist and family perspectives, and is an important resource for those concerned with current global issues. --Lucy Huxley, Lecturer, Manchester Metropolitan University, UK Morgridge College of Education: Ammi Hyde Bldg., Room 208, Denver, CO 80208 Telephone: 303.871.2487· FAX: 303.871.4456 · E-mail: eking@du.edu Copyright © 2001 University of Denver, 2199 S. University Blvd., Denver, Colorado 80208 (303) 871-2000 All rights reserved. Page last revised June 28, 2001.