A Textbook In The History Of Modern Elementary Education: With Emphasis On School Practice In Relation To Social Conditions (1912)

By Samuel Chester Parker

Book Overview

""A Textbook In The History Of Modern Elementary Education: With Emphasis On School Practice In Relation To Social Conditions"" is a book written by Samuel Chester Parker and published in 1912. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the history of modern elementary education, focusing particularly on the social conditions that have influenced the development of school practices over time. Parker's book is structured in a way that allows readers to gain a deep understanding of the subject matter. The first part of the book covers the origins of modern elementary education, including the influence of religious and social movements on the development of schools. The second part of the book focuses on the evolution of school practice, including teaching methods, curriculum development, and student assessment. Throughout the book, Parker emphasizes the importance of understanding the social context in which schools operate. He argues that schools are not isolated institutions but are instead deeply embedded in the social fabric of their communities. As such, he believes that educators must be aware of the broader social conditions that shape their work in order to be effective. Overall, ""A Textbook In The History Of Modern Elementary Education"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of education and the social conditions that have shaped it. Parker's insights and analysis continue to be relevant today, making this book a must-read for educators and historians alike.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164553607
• ISBN13: 9781164553601
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 532 Pages
• Weight: 1.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"