The Japanese Educational Challenge: A Commitment to Children
by Merry White
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Author: Merry WhiteEdition: Paperback
Audio: English (Original Language); English (Unknown); English (Published)
Published: 1988-08-01
ISBN: 0029338018
Number of pages: 224
Publisher: Touchstone
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Book Review: A most impressive analysis of the Japanese educational system
Summary: 5 Stars
Merry White (Harvard PhD in Sociology; a student of Japan since the 1960s) offers an excellent introduction to various strengthes and weaknesses of the Japanese educational system. Anyone remotely interested in education issues, as well as those curious about Japan are encouraged to read this book. To round out the perspectives, read Thomas Rohlen's Japan's High Schools.
White writes clearly. Her arguments are well-organized and nicely told.
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