Download or read book In Praise of Education written by John I. Goodlad and published by Teachers College Press. This book was released on 1997-06-15 with total page 214 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What is the nature and role of education in a democracy? In this thought-provoking and eloquent volume by the author of "A Place Called School", John Goodlad speaks to everyone faced with making critical choices for our nation's children, whether it be in the election area, our local schools, or within the personal setting of the family.