In the School-Room: Chapters in the Philosophy of Education by John S. Hart

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Author Hart, John S. (John Seely), 1810-1877
Title In the School-Room: Chapters in the Philosophy of Education
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Summary "In the School-Room: Chapters in the Philosophy of Education" by John S. Hart is a philosophical work focusing on educational practices, written in the late 19th century. The text appears to be derived from the author’s extensive experience in various teaching environments and aims to provide insights on effective teaching methods and the philosophy behind education. The initial chapters delve into the nature of teaching, contrasting it with mere information delivery, emphasizing the importance of engaging students actively in the learning process. The beginning of the book introduces the concept of teaching as a cooperative process, where true learning emerges from the active involvement of the student rather than passive reception of information. Hart critiques the traditional metaphors of teaching and stresses the importance of fostering a student's inherent capacities for learning. He argues that teaching is about guiding students to discover knowledge themselves and emphasizes the significance of memory and the art of questioning in education. The foundation laid in these early chapters sets the tone for a broader exploration of educational practices, illustrating Hart's commitment to developing a well-rounded philosophy of teaching. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class LB: Education: Theory and practice of education
Subject Teaching
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EBook-No. 31067
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Most Recently Updated Jan 6, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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