The Place of the Rural Economy in an University Curriculum (Classic Reprint): An Inaugural Lecture Delivered at the Schools on February 1, 1907: An ... Schools on February 1, 1907 (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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Exploring how universities should teach rural economy and agriculture, with lessons from Oxford and Reading that still matter today. This concise study traces the history of agricultural teaching within a university setting, weighing prior decisions, funding questions, and the potential for a sustained program of instruction and research. It lays out the practical and policy questions that shape whether a university should offer a formal agricultural curriculum and how such work could complement local needs.
The discussion covers:
- Why agricultural study has been debated in a major university and where reading and Oxford stood in those debates.
- How extending teaching and examinations might have changed outcomes for farmers, teachers, and researchers.
- The role of allied fields like forestry, botany, chemistry, and animal physiology in forming a coherent agricultural science curriculum.
- The balance between on‑campus studies and external, community–level agricultural education.
- Experience you can gain: the rationale for university involvement in rural economy, the kinds of courses and examinations proposed, and the practical implications for students who become estate managers, researchers, or teachers.
- Historical context for funding, institutional partnerships, and the influence of other countries on agricultural education.
- A framework for imagining how a modern university could train professionals who manage land, lead research, or teach the next generation.
Ideal for readers of education history, agricultural policy, and the evolution of university curricula.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the development of agriculture as a subject of instruction and investigation at the university level. The author, an Oxford University professor, begins by discussing the historical origins of the field and the challenges it faced in gaining recognition as a legitimate academic discipline. By the late 18th century, agriculture had become a popular topic of interest, leading to the establishment of the first university professorships in the subject. The book then examines the role of government and private institutions in promoting agricultural education, from the creation of the Board of Agriculture in 1800 to the establishment of agricultural colleges and research stations in the 19th century. It highlights the significant influence of individuals such as Arthur Young, Sir Humphrey Davy, and Lawes and Gilbert, who advanced the scientific understanding of agriculture. The author explores the debates surrounding the place of agricultural education in the university curriculum and discusses the different approaches to instruction and research adopted by various universities. He also considers the challenges faced by Oxford University in developing its own agricultural program, given its traditional focus on classical learning. The author concludes by emphasizing the importance of agricultural education and research in meeting the growing challenges of food security and environmental sustainability, arguing that they are essential for ensuring the future prosperity of both rural and urban communities. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781331250012_0
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