Engineering and Contracting, Vol. 36: Devoted to the Economics of Civil Engineering Design and to Methods and Costs of Construction; July-December, 1911 (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0365822019 / ISBN 13: 9780365822011

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Engineering and Contracting, Vol. 36: Devoted to the Economics of Civil Engineering Design and to Methods and Costs of Construction; July-December, 1911 (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0365822019
• ISBN 13: 9780365822011
• Binding: paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: book

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This book examines the process of socialization through the lens of childhood. The author argues that education is the primary way that children are taught to participate in society. It socializes them to the roles they will occupy as adults and offers them a space to grow, develop, and acquire a sense of self. The author also discusses the importance of play in a child's development and education. He emphasizes the role of play in allowing children to develop their imaginations and learn how to interact with others. The book concludes by discussing the impact of technology on childhood and education, arguing that technology can be a powerful tool for socialization but also has the potential to isolate children and limit their opportunities for play and interaction.