Education Law in Canada (2 New edition)
A Guide for Teachers and Administrators, Second Edition

Edited by David C. Young

ISBN13: 9781487569389

Imprint: University of Toronto Press

Publisher: University of Toronto Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Published: 15/08/2025

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Description
The second edition of Education Law in Canada is a comprehensive examination of the many legal issues that impact public education in Canada. Educational administration and policy researcher David C. Young puts forth a text indispensable for those who work in or are interested in Canadian education. With informative and easily accessible contributions from members of the legal and academic communities, this book addresses the value of education law, the legal and administrative framework of education, the role of the courts, teacher rights and duties, and student rights. The essays also shed light upon negligence and liability, issues of misconduct, bullying and cyberbullying, special education, and copyright. This second edition focuses on updated policies and litigation that have emerged in the area in recent years in addition to featuring extensive revisions and updates throughout. Vital reading for educators, lawyers, policymakers, and students, the second edition of Education Law in Canada provides readers with multifaceted reflections on the intersections of education and law through the Canadian case.
Preface Acknowledgments 1. From My Side of the Desk: A Case for School Law Nora M. Findlay 2. The Legal and Administrative Framework of Education in Canada Frank Peters 3. The Role of Courts in Education Shirley Van Nuland and Ainsley Leguard 4. Educator Rights and Duties David C. Young 5. Student Rights Nadya Tymochenko 6. Educators’ Negligence and Liability Theresa Shanahan 7. Issues of Misconduct Marvin A. Zuker 8. Clicks and Stones: Cyberbullying in Canadian Schools Eric M. Roher 9. Special Education Law in Canada Brenda Bowlby and Lauri Reesor 10. Copyright and Canadian Schools Margaret Ann Wilkinson Contributors Table of Cases Index
  • Educational strategies & policy
  • Political economy
  • Central government policies
  • Education & the law
  • Professional & Vocational
  • Tertiary Education (US: College)
Height:229
Width:152
Spine:25
Weight:1.00
List Price: £56.00