Stephen Ball's micro-political theory of school organization is a radical departure from traditional theories. He rejects a prescriptive 'top down' approach and directly addresses the interest and concerns of teachers and current problems facing schools.

In this volume the author analyses the relationships of concepts such as socialisation and political education. He explains those aspects of the theory and practice of democracy that are especially relevant for schools, and suggests ways in which teachers can better provide for the political education of their students.

The Christian churches have frequently pioneered educational advances - from the 7th century down to the 19th. Schools, universities and colleges of education stand as tangible evidence of these efforts. Do all these ventures belong merely to educational history? This book explores this question.

The author gives a lucid account of creativity and its educational context. He discusses the creative process, the character of different kinds of creativity, creative people, developing creativity, and the creative child at school.

Throughout US history education was a sensitive political issue which preoccupied Congresses, presidents and interest groups. This book addresses the central questions of Kennedy versus Congress and Kennedy versus Kennedy, using a wide range of sources to give a comprehensive focus to this area of political education.