The Curse of Education by Harold Edward Gorst
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| Author | Gorst, Harold Edward, 1868-1950 |
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| LoC No. | 03002135 |
| Title | The Curse of Education |
| Note | Reading ease score: 54.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "The Curse of Education" by Harold Edward Gorst is a critical examination of educational systems, likely written in the early 20th century. The work explores the detrimental effects of formal education on individuality and genius, arguing that conventional teaching methods promote mediocrity rather than fostering real intellectual growth. Gorst contends that the rigid frameworks of these educational structures crush natural abilities and degrade the potential of individuals. The opening of the book sets the stage for Gorst's argument by presenting the idea that education is transforming humanity into a product of standardized instruction instead of nurturing unique talents. He criticizes the uniformity imposed by the educational system, suggesting that it creates a generation of individuals lacking creativity and initiative. The author illustrates the issue with examples from various professions, demonstrating that those who rise through the ranks often do so not out of meritocracy but rather through a system that emphasizes rote memorization and compliance over critical thinking and innovation. This introduction clearly lays the groundwork for a broader critique of societal values as shaped by educational policies. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | LB: Education: Theory and practice of education |
| Subject | Education |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 29630 |
| Release Date | Aug 7, 2009 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 102 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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