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“In some sense our aim ought to be to convert the school from an academic institution into an intellectual one. That shift in the culture of schooling would represent a profound shift in emphasis and in direction.”

Quote by Elliot W. Eisner

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Elliot W. Eisner

Elliot W. Eisner was an influential educational theorist and scholar, known for his work in the field of educational evaluation. Born on March 10, 1933, and passing away on January 10, 2014, Eisner is renowned for his research on the role of assessment and the arts in education. more

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