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David Britton

    David Britton worked as a teacher for four decades, observing significant shifts in British education. His extensive experience includes preparing students for crucial exams and, as an examiner, noting a decline in public examination standards. Britton also draws on his time as a local councilor, offering insights into the political factors affecting education. Furthermore, his experiences in two African countries provide a unique perspective on the future of British education in the early 21st century.

    A Life in Education
    They Thought They Were Gods
    Lord Horor
    • Lord Horor

      • 190 stránek
      • 7 hodin čtení
      3,3(10)Ohodnotit

      Hrůzostrašná fantazie na vážná témata jako je rasismus, sugestivní přitažlivost fašismu, útisk a psychologie manipulace s lidmi, vyniká sarkasmem a hrubostí.

      Lord Horor
    • They Thought They Were Gods

      Novel of the Spanish Conquest of Peru

      • 228 stránek
      • 8 hodin čtení

      Set against the backdrop of the Spanish invasion of Peru, the narrative chronicles the resistance led by Manco Inca Yupanqui following the death of the last great Inca, Huayna Capac. The story spans from 1528, marked by the introduction of smallpox by the Spanish, to 1548, culminating in the execution of Don Gonzalo Pizarro for treason after his failed rebellion. It captures the clash of cultures and the struggle for power during a pivotal period in South American history.

      They Thought They Were Gods
    • A Life in Education

      • 184 stránek
      • 7 hodin čtení

      Drawing from personal experiences, the author critiques the state of British education at the turn of the millennium from a classroom teacher's perspective. His radical viewpoints challenge the prevailing educational consensus, exposing shortcomings in popular policies. The book covers various issues such as examinations, discipline, finance, external pressures, and even food. With a bold approach, the author not only criticizes but also offers suggestions for improvement, likely provoking discontent among established figures in the education sector.

      A Life in Education