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A History of Education in Kentucky (Topics in Kentucky History) by William E. Ellis is a nonfiction available to read on EtoBox.

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<P>Kentucky is nationally renowned for horses, bourbon, rich natural resources, and unfortunately, hindered by a deficient educational system. Though its reputation is not always justified, in national rankings for grades K-12 and higher education, Kentucky consistently ranks among the lowest states in education funding, literacy, and student achievement. In <I>A</I> <I>History of Education in Kentucky, William E. Ellis illuminates the successes and failures of public and private education in the commonwealth since its settlement. Ellis demonstrates how political leaders in the nineteenth century created a culture that devalued public education and refused to adequately fund it. He also analyzes efforts by teachers and policy makers to enact vital reforms and establish adequate, equal education, and discusses ongoing battles related to religious instruction, integration, and the Kentucky Education Reform Act (KERA). A History of Education in Kentucky is the only up-to-date, single-volume history of education in the commonwealth. Offering more than mere policy analysis, this comprehensive work tells the story of passionate students, teachers, and leaders who have worked for progress

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Common subject areas: history, science, philosophy, social sciences.

Author
William E. Ellis
Publisher
The University Press of Kentucky
Published
2011
Language
EN
ISBN
9780813129846
Category
nonfiction
Subjects
History, Education, American Studies

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