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Graves, Frank Pierrepont
1869
1956
Graves, F. P. (Frank Pierrepont)
A student's history of education
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"A Student's History of Education" by Frank Pierrepont Graves is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The work seeks to examine the evolution of educational systems from primitive times through significant historical epochs, focusing particularly on the developments that have shaped modern education. It aims to provide insights beneficial to educators, highlighting how historical contexts inform contemporary educational practices. The opening of the book underscores the importance of understanding the history of education, suggesting it not merely as an academic survey but as a practical tool for teachers. Graves discusses how education in primitive societies primarily revolved around survival skills and social customs, highlighting the informal methods utilized for training the young. He then transitions into the more structured educational approaches found in ancient Eastern cultures, particularly in India and Judaism, illustrating how those systems laid the groundwork for later educational developments with their emphasis on tradition and moral instruction. The section establishes a foundation upon which the book will build, offering a glimpse into the educational transformations that will be detailed in subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 51.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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