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Dan C. Lortie

Chicago, Illinois

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On May 5, 2020, Dan C. Lortie died peacefully at home. He was 94. A Professor of Sociology, Department of Education at the University of Chicago for 30 years, he was a highly respected teacher and researcher. His seminal book, Schoolteacher, A Sociological Study, was published in 1975 and remains...

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I was so saddened to hear of Dr. Lortie's passing. His research was and still is highly influential in my own research and has informed my work with pre-service and beginning teachers. His keen mind and sharp intellect have truly helped shape the field of teacher education. He was even gracious enough to write a letter in support of my tenure case just this past summer. I wish I could have met him in person. I hope his loved ones take comfort in his exceptional accomplishments that will...

We were saddened to learn of Dan's passing. Please accept out deepest condolences. Keith Hanson & Dick Borland