Visions of Entitlement: The Care and Education of America's Children

Visions of Entitlement: The Care and Education of America's Children
ISBN-10
0791416763
ISBN-13
9780791416761
Category
Social Science
Pages
324
Language
English
Published
1993-10-12
Publisher
SUNY Press
Authors
Stacie G. Goffin, Mary A. Jensen

Description

As part of a re-examination of our societal values and obligations, this book focuses on illuminating the various meanings and issues of entitlement in relation to the basic needs of children in our society. Drawing on the perspectives of philosophy, law, education, sociology, child development, economics, and public health, the authors discuss the implications of their vision of entitlement for the well-being of America’s children. The book also points out specific family and cultural contexts for the provision of entitlements for young children. And, finally, it turns our attention to the moral commitments needed to effect changes in policies and programs. In this way, the book provides valuable information for all who are trying to improve the nurture and education of America’s children.

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