ISBN: 9780259355489 - Records of the First Class of the First State Normal School in America: Established at Lexington, Massachusetts, 1839 (classic Reprint) (3 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This fascinating account chronicles the experiences of the first graduating class of the pioneering Normal School, established in Lexington, Massachusetts, in 1839. Through the personal narratives of its members, the book offers a rare glimpse into the challenges and triumphs of these trailblazing educators. The author provides historical context, highlighting the significance of Normal schools in the development of modern teacher training and education reform in the United States. Through the lens of the class's annual gatherings over several decades, the book explores themes of friendship, societal change, and the enduring impact of their Normal School education on both their personal lives and the profession of teaching. The book's insights shed light on the origins of the American educational system and the role of women in shaping its early foundations. 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.…