Foundations of American Education: Perspectives on Education in a Changing World, Fifteenth Edition, continues to provide a broad introduction to the foundations of education through current discussions of theory and practice. The book offers a thorough overview of the historical, legal, philosophical, social, and practical aspects of American education. The Fifteenth Edition includes new Chapter 6 Place of Schools in Society and new Chapter 13 The Teachers Role and School Effectiveness, as well as new features dedicated to helping students understand problems they will face in the classroom. In addition, MyEducationLab provides opportunities for active student involvement and realistic looks at the world of teaching.