Overview
The Education Reference Guide series is designed to provide a solid foundation for the research of various educationaltopics. This volume offers an introduction to the many alternative education programs available in the United Statesand details their individual philosophies, goals, and comparative value. The essays in this collection review federallyfunded programs within the public school curriculum, as well as federal departures from traditional public educationin the form of charter, magnet, and pilot schools. The volume then explores private educational programs and reviewsthe benefits of experiential learning plans like vocational courses and internships.
