Reflections on the Operation of the Present System of Education, 1853 by Andrews
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| Author | Andrews, C. C. (Christopher Columbus), 1829-1922 |
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| LoC No. | 43027176 |
| Title | Reflections on the Operation of the Present System of Education, 1853 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 50.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Reflections on the Operation of the Present System of Education, 1853" by Christopher C. Andrews is a critical analysis of the educational system written during the mid-19th century, specifically within the context of the early Victorian era. The book serves as an essay that examines the deficiencies in moral education within schools, addressing the need for a more comprehensive approach to instilling ethical principles alongside intellectual knowledge. In his reflections, Andrews argues that while the systems in place foster academic learning, they often neglect the crucial aspect of moral teaching, which is vital for developing responsible citizens. He emphasizes the importance of early moral instruction in shaping character and proposes that schools should integrate character training into their curricula. This integration aims to cultivate virtues such as truth, justice, and integrity among students, thereby ensuring that they grow into morally upright adults capable of contributing positively to society. Through a blend of historical context, observations on contemporary education, and philosophical insights, Andrews advocates for an educational system that prioritizes moral instruction as fundamental to the overall development of youth. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | LC: Education: Special aspects of education |
| Subject | Moral education |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 28330 |
| Release Date | Mar 15, 2009 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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