Summary
The Sciences of Education – whether as a scientific discipline or as an interdisciplinary field investigating education in all its forms – have been dedicated to understanding the interaction between teacher and student and the processes of learning, as well as educational systems, structures, and actions. Through the systematic study of education and the ways in which the student learns and develops comprehensively, researchers are able to shape educational reforms and thus influence – either directly or indirectly – the policies implemented in schools and educational institutions of a country.

Despite the variety of contemporary educational and pedagogical topics, a manual has been lacking that would thoroughly and critically traverse the rich literature, diverse fields of research and practice, and the pedagogical reflections that have been developed so far. This demanding task has been undertaken by Steve Bartlett and Diana Burton, two renowned British academics with many years of experience in studying and highlighting educational issues, for over a decade.

The result is pleasantly surprising: a modern bible of education, which covers a desirable range of topics and succinctly presents the major developments in the field. But most importantly, the manual at hand is written in such a clear and straightforward manner that it can be read by anyone interested in educational issues, whether they possess specialized knowledge and research experience on the subject or not.

Contents:
The authors || Acronyms || Introduction by the editor of the Greek edition || What are the sciences of education? || The nature of education || Research in education || A modern history of school education || Curriculum || Politics and policies in education || Globalization and comparative education || Individual performance: The main psychological theories || Education and psychological research || Social factors, gender, ethnicity, and performance || Organization of teaching and learning || Conclusion: Education – a contested endeavor || Bibliography || Index of names || Index of terms