In placing his argument within the context of liberal-democratic values Thiessen gives concrete examples of objections to religious schools and offers practical suggestions that follow from the philosophical treatment of the problem. In Defence of Religious Schools and Colleges bridges the gap between philosophical argument and educational practice. It will be of interest not only to philosophers and educational theorists but also to practitioners in education. Academics, policy makers, political theorists, lay-people, teachers, administrators, and parents - those who object to religious schools and colleges and those who find themselves trying to answer the objections - will benefit from reading this book.

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"This book is the result of good, solid research. Thiessen presents his ideas with strong arguments." Spencer Boudreau, Department of Culture and Values in Education, McGill University
"This is a major contribution to the field, bringing together a variety of arguments to address a controversial topic" Douglas J. Simpson, School of Education, University of Louisville

"This book is the result of good, solid research. Thiessen presents his ideas with strong arguments." Spencer Boudreau, Department of Culture and Values in Education, McGill University "This is a major contribution to the field, bringing together a variety of arguments to address a controversial topic" Douglas J. Simpson, School of Education, University of Louisville