°ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê¹ÙÍøÖ±²¥ faculty publish groundbreaking educational handbook featuring contributions from leading scholars
KALAMAZOO, Mich.—°ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê¹ÙÍøÖ±²¥ proudly announces the publication of a monumental new resource in the field of education: a nearly 2,000-page handbook encompassing 135 rigorous profiles of eminent educational thinkers spanning from antiquity to contemporary times. The Palgrave Handbook of Educational Thinkers is a comprehensive reference work that highlights the profound impact of key figures who have shaped educational theory and practice across the globe.
The handbook, edited by Dr. Brett Geier, professor in the Department of Educational Leadership, Research and Technology (ELRT), offers an unparalleled exploration of the seminal thinkers in education. Dr. Regina Garza Mitchell, a distinguished section editor and fellow ELRT professor, played a crucial role in curating this collection of insights and legacies.
Among the featured contributors of the handbook are 16 scholars from Western: Catherine Conners, Henry Curcio, Dr. Mary Ebejer, Dr. LaSonja Roberts, Eva Hughes, Shaya Helbig, Dr. Julian Vasquez Heilig, co-editor Dr. Regina Garza Mitchell, Dr. Laura Teichert, Dr. Ramona Lewis, Dr. Louann Bierlein Palmer, Sean Gaffney, Steven Way, Garyle Voss, Hannah Garrod, and Dr. David Szabla.
This groundbreaking volume captures the professional backgrounds and influential contributions of legendary educational figures. It presents a rich tapestry of ideas and innovations, balanced by gender, geographical and disciplinary diversity. The handbook provides readers with a detailed overview of the major thinkers who have significantly impacted the field of education. Noteworthy is a chapter that profiles Dr. Julian Vasquez Heilig, °ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê¹ÙÍøÖ±²¥'s provost and vice president for academic affairs.
"The publication of this handbook represents a major scholarly achievement and reflects the ongoing commitment of °ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê¹ÙÍøÖ±²¥ to advancing the field of education through rigorous research and collaboration," says Geier.
"We are thrilled to present a work that not only honors the legacies of historical and contemporary educational figures but also offers a vital resource for educators, researchers, and students worldwide incorporating diverse thoughts."
Where to find the handbook
The Palgrave Handbook of Educational Thinkers is now available for purchase and promises to be an indispensable resource for anyone interested in the history and evolution of educational thought. For more information or to acquire a copy, please .
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