Egerton Ryerson And Education In Upper Canada (1912)

By J. Harold Putnam

Book Overview

""Egerton Ryerson and Education in Upper Canada"" is a historical book written by J. Harold Putman and published in 1912. The book explores the life and work of Egerton Ryerson, a prominent figure in the development of education in Upper Canada (now Ontario) during the 19th century. Ryerson was a Methodist minister, educator, and politician who played a key role in the establishment of a public school system in Upper Canada. The book provides a comprehensive overview of Ryerson's life, from his early years as a student and teacher to his later career as a government official and advocate for educational reform. It examines his contributions to the development of the public school system, including his role in the creation of teacher training programs, the introduction of standardized curricula, and the establishment of school inspection and supervision. The book also explores Ryerson's religious and political beliefs, and how they influenced his approach to education. It discusses his advocacy for a non-sectarian, publicly funded school system that would provide equal access to education for all children, regardless of their religious or social background. Overall, ""Egerton Ryerson and Education in Upper Canada"" provides a detailed and insightful look at the life and legacy of one of Canada's most important educational reformers. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of education in Canada, as well as those interested in the life and work of Egerton Ryerson.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: 1164023233
• ISBN13: 9781164023234
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 274 Pages
• Weight: 0.81 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"