Isbn: 9781333728014 - Twelve Lectures on the History of Pedagogy: Delivered Before the Cincinnati Teachers' Association (classic Reprint) (3 results)

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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book captures the evolution of education from ancient times to the dawn of the modern age. The author, a renowned historian, delves into the educational practices of the Greeks and Romans, illuminating their emphasis on physical and mental training, and their belief in the power of education to mold citizens. The book highlights the contributions of renowned philosophers like Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle, exploring their ideas on knowledge, ethics, and the role of education in shaping a virtuous and harmonious society. It reveals the stark contrast between the Greeks' pursuit of intellectual and aesthetic excellence and the Romans' focus on practical skills and civic duty. The author also examines the decline of Greek and Roman educational ideals and the subsequent influence of Christianity on education, laying the foundation for future advancements in education and our evolving understanding of the human experience. 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. …