Publisher's Synopsis
""Textbook Selection"" is a book written by Raymond Franzen in 1922. The book is a comprehensive guide to selecting textbooks for use in schools and colleges. It covers various aspects of textbook selection, including the importance of choosing the right textbook, criteria for evaluating textbooks, and the role of the teacher in the process. The book begins by discussing the importance of choosing the right textbook. Franzen argues that textbooks play a crucial role in the education of students and that selecting the right textbook can make a significant difference in the quality of education provided. He also emphasizes the need for teachers to be involved in the selection process and to consider factors such as the needs of the students, the subject matter, and the level of difficulty.The book then goes on to discuss various criteria for evaluating textbooks, including content, organization, clarity, and accuracy. Franzen provides detailed explanations of each criterion and offers examples of how to apply them in practice.In the final section of the book, Franzen discusses the role of the teacher in the textbook selection process. He argues that teachers should be actively involved in the selection process and should work closely with administrators and other educators to ensure that the best possible textbooks are chosen.Overall, ""Textbook Selection"" is a valuable resource for educators and administrators who are involved in selecting textbooks for use in schools and colleges. It provides a comprehensive guide to the process of textbook selection and offers practical advice and insights that can be applied in practice.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
