Through the Schoolhouse Door Working Papers

Through the Schoolhouse Door Working Papers by Ivor Goodson, published by University of Toronto Press on May 1, 1993, offers a detailed examination of the London Technical and Commercial High School, one of the first vocational secondary schools in the country. This edition, comprising 238 pages, presents a multi-faceted case study that explores the history of classroom-level curriculum, institutional structures, and the everyday life within the school setting.

Readers will find an in-depth analysis that emphasizes the role of teachers and administrators as mediating agencies between government influences and student experiences, while also addressing their personal and career agendas. The book delves into significant themes such as gender and class, providing a comprehensive understanding of the dynamics at play in educational environments. This work is part of the Research Unit on Classroom Learning and Computer Use in Schools (RUCCUS) from the Faculty of Education at the University of Western Ontario.