
The Evolution of Educational Theory in the United States
- 272 pages
- English
- PDF
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The Evolution of Educational Theory in the United States
About this book
There is no better way to understand a society's assessment of its own success or failure than an examination of its theories of education, because any attempt to improve national performance will be reflected in educational policy. This study is a comprehensive account of the evolution of American educational theory from the colonial period to the present. It includes a broad discussion of the foundations upon which early Americans built their educational policy, as well as influential factors unique to the American experience. From the Revolution to nineteenth century reform efforts to the turbulent twentieth century, educational theory has been adapted to suit the needs of an ever-changing, multicultural society. Throughout U.S. history key objectives have affected the character of education, particularly curriculum. One main thrust for reform has been the belief that equality in education serves the national interest. Examination of the historical attitudes toward the education of African Americans provides a valuable insight into this process. Today America is experiencing significant difficulties in making its educational system succeed, and the negative social effects of this deterioration are already apparent. The future success of educational theory lies in international cooperative efforts.
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Table of contents
- Contents
- Foreword
- Preface
- Acknowledgments
- Introduction
- 1. The Origins of the Theory of Western Education
- 2. Theory During the Colonial Period
- 3. Theory During the Revolutionary Period
- 4. Theory During the Common School Movement
- 5. The Theory of Secondary, Higher, and Teacher Education
- 6. The Courts and the Theory of Education for African Americans
- 7. Theory to Address National Problems: From Warren G. Harding to Bill Clinton
- 8. The Evolution of Educational Theory: Summary, Conclusion, and Implications
- Selected Bibliography
- Index