Fast and Curious : A History of Shortcuts in American Education.
- 1st ed.
- 1 online resource (193 pages)
Intro -- Contents -- Foreword -- Acknowledgments -- Introduction -- Part I: Faster and Easier -- 1 Shortcuts to Success -- 2 Shortcuts to Culture -- Part II: Faster and Harder -- 3 Saving Time in Colleges and Universities -- 4 The Zeal for Brevity -- Epilogue -- Recommended Reading -- Index -- About the Author.
This book examines four types of shortcuts in the history of American education--streamlined paths to vocational success, cultural sophistication, college credentials, and the efficient use of English.