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What role do schools play in contemporary society according to critical theorists?
How did the land-grant colleges affect higher education?

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First, as you examine the role of schools in contemporary society, according to critical theorists, I first address and infer how Froebel might deem the role of schools. Since he emphasized values, knowledge, and skills, it seems like he would advocate schools as a place to teach the basics in terms of skills or fundamentals.

Since he also emphasized ...

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