This book sounds totally awesome, particularly for parents or anyone in the education system (K-12 or college). I say that based on co-author Joanne Lipman's recent article in the Wall Street Journal, entitled, "Why Tough Teachers Get Good Results." Lipman argues, "It's time to revive old-fashioned education. Not just traditional but old-fashioned in the sense that so many of us knew as kids, with strict discipline and unyielding demands. Because here's the thing: It works." She articulates these eight principles for tough teaching: 1. A little pain is good for you. 2. Drill, baby, … [Read more...] about Why Tough Teachers Get Good Results