A History of Education in the United States (Classic Reprint)
A History of Education in the United States (Classic Reprint)

Author: Edwin Grant Dexter

Publisher: Forgotten Books

Published: 2017-11-05

Total Pages: 698

ISBN-13: 9781527929340

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Excerpt from A History of Education in the United States Mattheendsofthechaptaxtheanthorswhwe namesareprintedinbold - faoedtypemcitedinthe textofthechapter; those printed initalicsaredeemed especially important, while those in common type are not without value, and should be read by the student making an exhaustive study of the subject. The selec tions are largely made from works which are k'hely to be found in the library of the educator, and would certainly be included in that of any normal school, or college, or in a public library of any pretension. I refer particularly to Barnard's American journal of Education, the Reports of the United States Commis sloner of Education, the Proceedings of the National Educational Associations, files of the leading educa tional journals (educational Review, Sc/zool Review. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

A History of American Higher Education
A History of American Higher Education

Author: John R. Thelin

Publisher: Johns Hopkins University Press

Published: 2019-04-02

Total Pages: 555

ISBN-13: 1421428830

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The definitive history of American higher education—now up to date. Colleges and universities are among the most cherished—and controversial—institutions in the United States. In this updated edition of A History of American Higher Education, John R. Thelin offers welcome perspective on the triumphs and crises of this highly influential sector in American life. Exploring American higher education from its founding in the seventeenth century to its struggle to innovate and adapt in the first decades of the twenty-first century, Thelin demonstrates that the experience of going to college has been central to American life for generations of students and their families. Drawing from archival research, along with the pioneering scholarship of leading historians, Thelin raises profound questions about what colleges are—and what they should be. Covering issues of social class, race, gender, and ethnicity in each era and chapter, this new edition showcases a fresh concluding chapter that focuses on both the opportunities and problems American higher education has faced since 2010. The essay on sources has been revised to incorporate books and articles published over the past decade. The book also updates the discussion of perennial hot-button issues such as big-time sports programs, online learning, the debt crisis, the adjunct crisis, and the return of the culture wars and addresses current areas of contention, including the changing role of governing boards and the financial challenges posed by the economic downturn. Anyone studying the history of this institution in America must read Thelin's classic text, which has distinguished itself as the most wide-ranging and engaging account of the origins and evolution of America's institutions of higher learning.

America's Public Schools
America's Public Schools

Author: William J. Reese

Publisher: JHU Press

Published: 2011-04-01

Total Pages: 378

ISBN-13: 1421401037

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In this update to his landmark publication, William J. Reese offers a comprehensive examination of the trends, theories, and practices that have shaped America’s public schools over the last two centuries. Reese approaches this subject along two main lines of inquiry—education as a means for reforming society and ongoing reform within the schools themselves. He explores the roots of contemporary educational policies and places modern battles over curriculum, pedagogy, race relations, and academic standards in historical perspective. A thoroughly revised epilogue outlines the significant challenges to public school education within the last five years. Reese analyzes the shortcomings of “No Child Left Behind” and the continued disjuncture between actual school performance and the expectations of government officials. He discusses the intrusive role of corporations, economic models for enticing better teacher performance, the continued impact of conservatism, and the growth of home schooling and charter schools. Informed by a breadth of historical scholarship and based squarely on primary sources, this volume remains the standard text for future teachers and scholars of education.

Fundamentals of Education
Fundamentals of Education

Author: Boyd Henry Bode

Publisher: Legare Street Press

Published: 2023-07-18

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781020675263

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This classic work on education gives readers an in-depth look at the principles and theories that underlie modern teaching practices. It covers a wide range of topics, from the history of education systems to the psychology of learning, and provides practical guidance for educators at all levels. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

The Education Of A Gardener
The Education Of A Gardener

Author: Russell Page

Publisher: New York Review of Books

Published: 2007-07-03

Total Pages: 468

ISBN-13: 9781590172315

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Russell Page, one of the legendary gardeners and landscapers of the twentieth century, designed gardens great and small for clients throughout the world. His memoirs, born of a lifetime of sketching, designing, and working on site, are a mixture of engaging personal reminiscence, keen critical intelligence, and practical know-how. They are not only essential reading for today’s gardeners, but a master’s compelling reflection on the deep sources and informing principles of his art. The Education of a Gardener offers charming, sometimes pointed anecdotes about patrons, colleagues, and, of course, gardens, together with lucid advice for the gardener. Page discusses how to plan a garden that draws on the energies of the surrounding landscape, determine which plants will do best in which setting, plant for the seasons, handle color, and combine trees, shrubs, and water features to rich and enduring effect. To read The Education of a Gardener is to wander happily through a variety of gardens in the company of a wise, witty, and knowledgeable friend. It will provide pleasure and insight not only to the dedicated gardener, but to anyone with an interest in abiding questions of design and aesthetics, or who simply enjoys an unusually well-written and thoughtful book.

Bilingual Public Schooling in the United States
Bilingual Public Schooling in the United States

Author: P. Ramsey

Publisher: Springer

Published: 2010-03-29

Total Pages: 285

ISBN-13: 0230106099

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This history of one of the most contentious educational issues in America examines bilingual instruction in the United States from the common school era to the recent federal involvement in the 1960s and 1970s. Drawing from school reports, student narratives, legal resources, policy documents, and other primary sources, the work teases out the underlying agendas and patterns in bilingual schooling during much of America s history. The study demonstrates clearly how the broader context - the cultural, intellectual, religious, demographic, economic, and political forces - shaped the contours of dual-language instruction in America between the 1840s and 1960s. Ramsey s work fills a crucial void in the educational literature and addresses not only historians, linguists, and bilingual scholars, but also policymakers and practitioners in the field.

Lies My Teacher Told Me
Lies My Teacher Told Me

Author: James W. Loewen

Publisher: The New Press

Published: 2008

Total Pages: 466

ISBN-13: 1595583262

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Criticizes the way history is presented in current textbooks, and suggests a more accurate approach to teaching American history.