Time and the Rhythms of Emancipatory Education presents a groundbreaking perspective on the intricate relationship between time and education. The author, Alhadeff-Jones, argues that a profound rethinking of our relationship with time can lead to a complete transformation in our understanding of educational practices. Moving beyond the modern discourse surrounding acceleration and urgency, this book provides a rich epistemological, historical, and theoretical framework designed to provoke critical reflection on how time influences the experience of education.

The exploration of time in this context is multi-faceted. The author draws on a wide range of disciplines, including time and rhythm studies, complexity theories, and educational research, to unpack the temporal and rhythmic dimensions of education. The text is structured into three comprehensive parts:

This book stands as the first comprehensive resource to bring together a broad overview of both European and North-American theories regarding time and rhythm within the educational sciences. It covers a wide array of topics, from school instruction and curriculum design to arts education, vocational training, lifelong learning, and educational policy. Thus, it serves as an invaluable resource for academics, researchers, and postgraduate students across various disciplines, including philosophy of education, sociology of education, history of education, psychology, curriculum and learning theory, and adult education.

By engaging with the ideas presented in Time and the Rhythms of Emancipatory Education, readers are invited to reflect on and challenge their own perceptions of time in educational contexts. The book ultimately aims to inspire a deeper understanding of how the rhythms of our lives and the structures of our educational systems interconnect, fostering a richer and more meaningful engagement with the processes of learning and teaching.