What is It to Be Educated?

By Charles Hanford Henderson

Book Overview

""What Is It To Be Educated?"" is a thought-provoking book written by Charles Hanford Henderson. The book explores the meaning of education and what it truly means to be educated. Henderson delves into the various aspects of education, including its purpose, methods, and outcomes. He also examines the role of educators in shaping the minds of students and the importance of critical thinking in the learning process.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of education. Henderson begins by discussing the history of education and how it has evolved over time. He then moves on to examine the various theories of education, including those of John Dewey and Maria Montessori.Henderson also explores the role of technology in education and how it has transformed the learning process. He discusses the benefits and drawbacks of technology in the classroom and how it can be used to enhance learning.Throughout the book, Henderson emphasizes the importance of critical thinking and how it is essential for students to develop this skill in order to be truly educated. He also discusses the importance of creativity, curiosity, and lifelong learning.Overall, ""What Is It To Be Educated?"" is a thought-provoking and insightful book that challenges readers to think deeply about the meaning of education and its role in society. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the field of education or who wants to gain a deeper understanding of what it means to be truly educated.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: 1163121886
• ISBN13: 9781163121887
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 478 Pages
• Weight: 1.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"