The Use of Force

Teaching Adolescents in the 21st Century

John Brown

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Peter Lang Publishing Inc
12 September 2024

Age groups: adolescents; Philosophy & theory of education; Curriculum planning & development; Schools; Teaching skills & techniques

Education is naturally transformative, but the acquisition of new skills and construction of new knowledge are only possible when we empower students instead of forcing their conformity. Our current compliance-based teaching methodologies rely on coercion, conditioning and external motivators that engender submission and fear in students and teachers. These practices are divisive and destructive to the learning process. This book discusses ways of replacing the banking model of instruction with new approaches, valuing the identity, dignity, and humanity of our students.

""John has been in the trenches of secondary and higher education for many years, and throughout this time he has held tight to a student-centered approach that emphasizes equal measures of caring, thought, refl ection, humility, and action. The ideas shared in this book are relevant and important for any teacher who considers themselves a lifelong learner and an advocate for students.""

—Bill Barrett, Head of School Landmark School

""The Use of Force"" is a must read for educators. We are at a critical time in this fi eld and arguably, the only way to move forward is through a radical re-thinking about the role of the educator. Brown’s approach provides insight into what this future could - and should - look like.""

—Dr. Danielle Ricci, Principal Amesbury High School

""Brown takes us on a journey with which both veteran educators and new teachers will identify. Both confessional and fi lled with purpose, he reveals the places where our system is dysfunctional, as well as where and how to start mending it.""

—Patrick Larkin, Dean of Students Lexington High School

By: John Brown
Imprint: Peter Lang Publishing Inc
Country of Publication: United States
Edition: New edition
Dimensions: Height: 229mm, Width: 152mm,
Weight: 263g
ISBN: 9781636675305
ISBN 10: 1636675301
Pages: 162
Publication Date: 12 September 2024
Audience: Professional and scholarly , Undergraduate
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

John Brown is a clinical associate professor of education at The University of Massachusetts Lowell where he teaches more than 20 different courses in four different educator-prep programs. Before that, he was a schoolteacher for 19 years. When he is not teaching or writing, John is an education consultant to K-12 schools. He also privately coaches teachers.

Reviews for The Use of Force: Teaching Adolescents in the 21st Century

Brown takes us on a journey with which both veteran educators and new teachers will identify. Both confessional and filled with purpose, he reveals the places where our system is dysfunctional, as well as where and how to start mending it. Patrick Larkin Dean of Students Lexington High School John has been in the trenches of secondary and higher education for many years, and throughout this time he has held tight to a student-centered approach that emphasizes equal measures of caring, thought, reflection, humility, and action. The ideas shared in this book are relevant and important for any teacher who considers themselves a lifelong learner and an advocate for students. Bill Barrett Head of School Landmark School “The Use of Force” is a must read for educators. We are at a critical time in this field and arguably, the only way to move forward is through a radical re-thinking about the role of the educator. Brown’s approach provides insight into what this future could - and should - look like. Dr. Danielle Ricci Principal Amesbury High School