Fast and Curious
A History of Shortcuts in American Education
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Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
2017
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This book examines four types of shortcuts in the history of American educationstreamlined 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.
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