Community of learning

HOLISTIC SPECIAL EDUCATION: CAMPHILL PRINCIPLES AND PRACTICE

Editor: Robin Jackson

Floris Books, Edinburgh 2006 288 pages
ISBN 0-86315-547-2 £14.99

Contents

  • Introduction     Robin Jackson
  • History and Philosophy     Angelika Monteux
  • Care: The Art of Living     Manuela Costa and Christopher Walter
  • Education     Paula Moraine, Birgit Hansen and Terri Harrison
  • School Leavers’ Programme     Laurence Alfred
  • Play Therapy     Kahren Ehlen
  • Music Therapy     Colin Tanser
  • Art Therapy     Jennie Tanser
  • Therapeutic Speech     Donald Phillips
  • Riding Therapy     Robin Jackson
  • Eurythmy Therapy     Angela and John Ralph
  • Crafts     Susie Koerting
  • Camphill Medical Practice     Marga Hogenboom
  • The Built Environment     Denis Chanarin
  • The Natural Environment     Fred Halder
  • The BA in Curative Education     Norma Hart and Angelika Monteux
  • A Community of Learning     Paul Henderson
  • Students’ Perspectives     Pavlina Langerova and Gal Levy
  • Parents’ Perspectives     Karen and Chris Stewart; Ivan and Sheila Bousfield; Agnes Gray
  • Inclusion     Robin Jackson
  • The Future     Sam Sinclair

Reviews

‘Holistic Special Education provides a fascinating and insightful account of the philosophy and practice of Camphill Schools. The discussion of the diverse therapeutic approaches and broader underpinnings of curative education keep the child central throughout. It highlights the important and continuing role of residential special schools. I recommend this book not only to those with an interest in residential child care but to all those involved in the care and education of children.’

Andrew Kendrick, Professor of Residential Child Care, University of Strathclyde, Glasgow, Scotland

‘Whatever a reader’s views about residential special schools, this book is well worth reading. It draws on the creativity of the Steiner tradition and provides an inspiring and detailed account of ‘curative education’ – a holistic approach to working with children with special needs. It is written with a moving enthusiasm for its subject and is informed by a deep respect for children as individuals and as part of a community.’

Pat Petrie, Professor of Education, Institute of Education, University of London, England

‘The opportunities and distinct learning and care that Camphill schools and communities provide are illustrated in this stimulating book which combines professional experience and case-studies with academic and policy references. It makes for compelling reading for special education professionals, social workers and parents.’

Pamela Cushing, Professor of Social Justice, King’s College, University of Western Ontario, Canada

Copies of this book may be purchased/ordered from:
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