Isbn: 9781333616946 - emblem, 1922 (classic reprint) (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book elucidates the role of William Bishop Owen as the Superintendent of the Chicago Normal School from 1904 to 1929. The author delves into the educational landscape of the time, highlighting the influence of the Normal School in shaping the quality of primary education in Chicago, and by extension, the United States. The author underscores Owen's dedication to providing teachers with a holistic education that emphasized not only subject knowledge but also an understanding of child development, pedagogical methods, and the importance of extracurricular activities. It explores the challenges faced by Owen and his team in shaping the school's curriculum, including the introduction of progressive teaching methods and the establishment of practice schools. The book also sheds light on the broader social and political context of the period, examining the impact of social movements, such as the women's suffrage movement and the Progressive Era, on educational reform. Ultimately, this book offers a comprehensive analysis of Owen's leadership and the enduring legacy of the Chicago Normal School in shaping the field of teacher education. 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.…