Fast and curious : a history of shortcuts in American education

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Fast and curious : a history of shortcuts in American education

Robert L. Hampel

Rowman & Littlefield, c2017

  • : pbk

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Includes bibliographical references and index

Contents of Works

  • Introduction
  • Shortcuts to success : correspondence schools
  • Shortcuts to culture : self-education
  • Saving time in colleges and universities
  • The zeal for brevity : simplified spelling, shorthand, speed reading
  • Epilogue : the enduring appeal of shortcuts

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Description

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. The chapters profile Norman Rockwell, the Harvard Classics, Cliff Notes, speed reading, a Doctor of Arts diploma for college teachers, and other riveting examples of time-savers that attracted millions of ambitious Americans since the late 19th century.

Table of Contents

Foreword Acknowledgements Introduction Part One: Faster and Easier Chapter One: Shortcuts to Success: Correspondence Schools Chapter Two: Shortcuts to Culture: Self-Education Part Two: Faster and Harder Chapter Three: Saving Time in Colleges and Universities Chapter Four: The Zeal for Brevity: Simplified Spelling, Shorthand, Speed Reading Epilogue: The Enduring Appeal of Shortcuts Recommended Readings

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