Commentary on George Henry's "What Is the Nature of English Education?".

Purves, Alan C.

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ERIC Number: EJ329452

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Publication Date: 1986

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Commentary on George Henry's "What Is the Nature of English Education?"

Purves, Alan C.

English Education, v18 n1 p42-45 Feb 1986

Presents two major points of disagreement with George Henry: English education is not a discipline, and the study of English is primarily the reflexive use of language. Also points to one area of agreement--that there is a lack of theory with respect to the teaching of English. (HOD)

Descriptors: Educational Philosophy, Educational Theories, English Curriculum, English Instruction, English Teacher Education, Higher Education, Intellectual Disciplines, Secondary Education, Teacher Role, Theory Practice Relationship

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers

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Language: English

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