The Curriculum And Textbooks Of English Schools In The First Half Of The Seventeenth Century (1903)

By Foster Watson

Book Overview

The Curriculum and Textbooks of English Schools in the First Half of the Seventeenth Century is a historical study written by Foster Watson and originally published in 1903. The book provides a comprehensive analysis of the educational system in England during the early seventeenth century, focusing specifically on the curriculum and textbooks used in English schools during this time period.Watson's research draws on a wide range of primary sources, including school records, textbooks, and other historical documents. He examines the various subjects taught in English schools, such as Latin, Greek, mathematics, and English grammar, as well as the pedagogical methods employed by teachers.The book also explores the role of religion in education during this period, with particular attention paid to the influence of the Church of England. Watson examines the ways in which religious instruction was incorporated into the curriculum and how it was taught.Overall, The Curriculum and Textbooks of English Schools in the First Half of the Seventeenth Century is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of education in England. It provides a detailed and nuanced account of the educational system during a crucial period in English history and sheds light on the ways in which education was shaped by broader social and cultural forces.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: 1120755662
• ISBN13: 9781120755667
• Release Date: December 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 116 Pages
• Weight: 0.36 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"