About the book
Sid Brown brings a Buddhist perspective into the classroom to explore the ethical quandaries, lived experiences, and intimacy of teaching. Addressing such topics as attention, community, rage, wonder, consumerism, and simple kindness, Brown demonstrates how this centuries-old tradition can inform and enrich classroom life.
Readers do not have to be Buddhists to appreciate the gifts of this tradition and Brown's fresh perspective on education. Stories from Buddhist texts offer illustrative teaching moments, and an archive of practical tools and suggestions make this book a valuable reference. While Brown teaches at the college level, teachers of students at all levels and those who are interested in the educational experience will gain insight from this book.
Editions of A Buddhist in the Classroom
- Hardcover
- ISBN 9780791475973
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780791475980
- PDF
- ISBN 9780791477571
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Sid Brown brings a Buddhist perspective into the classroom to explore the ethical quandaries, lived experiences, and intimacy of teaching. Addressing such topics as attention, community, rage, wonder, consumerism, and simple kindness, Brown demonstrates how this centuries-old tradition can inform and enrich classroom life.
Readers do not have to be Buddhists to appreciate the gifts of this tradition and Brown's fresh perspective on education. Stories from Buddhist texts offer illustrative teaching moments, and an archive of practical tools and suggestions make this book a valuable reference. While Brown teaches at the college level, teachers of students at all levels and those who are interested in the educational experience will gain insight from this book.
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What is A Buddhist in the Classroom about?
Sid Brown brings a Buddhist perspective into the classroom to explore the ethical quandaries, lived experiences, and intimacy of teaching. Addressing such topics as attention, community, rage, wonder, consumerism, and simple kindness, Brown demonstrates how this centuries-old tradition can inform and enrich classroom life.
Readers do not have to be Buddhists to appreciate the gifts of this tradition and Brown's fresh perspective on education. Stories from Buddhist texts offer illustrative teaching moments, and an archive of practical tools and suggestions make this book a valuable reference. While Brown teaches at the college level, teachers of students at all levels and those who are interested in the educational experience will gain insight from this book.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in A Buddhist in the Classroom?
Philosophy and Religion > Religion and beliefs > Buddhism
Where can I read a sample of A Buddhist in the Classroom?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780791475973
How long is A Buddhist in the Classroom and how many pages does it have?
A Buddhist in the Classroom has 190 page(s)
Who is/are the Author/s of the book A Buddhist in the Classroom?
Sid Brown
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
A Buddhist in the Classroom is available as hardcover(ISBN 9780791475973) and paperback(ISBN 9780791475980) and pdf(ISBN 9780791477571)
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