Samuel Mitchell (b. 1936) is an emeritus professor at the University of Calgary. An adult educator and social activist, he is a prolific author on educational reform. His numerous books include Tidal Waves of School Reform and Effective Educational Partnerships. Mitchell studied at Shimer College and subsequently at the University of Chicago, where he obtained his bachelor's and master's degrees. He also began his research career at the U of C, working as Director of Union Research and Education. (from Shimer College Wiki)Samuel Mitchell (b. 1936) is an emeritus professor at the University of Calgary. An adult educator and social activist, he is a prolific author on educational reform. His numerous books include Tidal Waves of School Reform and Effective Educational Partnerships. Mitchell studied at Shimer College and subsequently at the University of Chicago, where he obtained his bachelor's and master's degrees. He also began his research career at the U of C, working as Director of Union Research and Education. (from Shimer College Wiki)...more