The Education Revolution: Cuba's Alternative to Neo-liberalism

by Théodore H. MacDonald

Published in co-operation with the National Union of Teachers. Foreword by Christine Blower, Bill Greenshields and Martin Reed. The singular successes of the Cuban education system are treated to a deep, comprehensive and fraternal analysis by Dr MacDonald, a world authority on human rights, a sharp critic of contemporary imperialism. The book covers with great authority the full range of Cuba s innovative education system, from pre school and primary education, through the secondary and tertiary sectors, the experiences of the pioneering literacy programmes and the comprehensive nature of adult education. He locates the children s Pioneer movement, the day care system, school and community relations and specialist, technical and vocational education in the framework of Cuba s distinctive pedagogy.

265 pages, Paperback

First published November 7, 2009