Offering 1929 Vol by Bridgewater State (5 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.

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

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

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book chronicles the remarkable evolution of Bridgewater, the first teacher training college in the United States, from its humble origins in 1840 to a renowned professional educational establishment. It highlights the significant role of two family patriarchs, Horace Mann and Arthur Boyden, whose combined dedication to progressive teaching methods transformed Bridgewater into an institution that has shaped the very principles of education still in practice today. The author traces the changes in the campus, curriculum, and philosophy of the institution, emphasizing the influence of pioneering concepts such as kindergarten education and the integration of arts, science, and physical culture into teacher training. The book delves into the lives of the men and women who shaped Bridgewater's legacy, exploring their struggles and triumphs in establishing the standards of American education. It also sheds light on the challenges faced by the institution, including the Great Fire of 1925 and the transition to coeducation. This meticulously researched and engagingly written history serves as a testament to the enduring impact of Bridgewater on the field of education and the countless lives it has touched over the years. 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.…