Cambridge Essays in Education

Originally published in 1917, this collection of essays deals with the underlying aims and principles of education.

A. C. Benson (Edited by)

9781107698406, Cambridge University Press

Paperback / softback, published 3 April 2014

254 pages
22.9 x 15.2 x 1.5 cm, 0.38 kg

Originally published in 1917, this collection of essays deals with the underlying aims and principles of education, particularly in a time of social and educational upheaval. The authors, all experienced teachers and administrators, examine a wide range of topics pertaining to teaching, including athletics, the use of leisure, religion at school and the role of science. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in the history of education.

Introduction Viscount Bryce
1. The aim of educational reform John Lewis Paton
2. The training of the reason William Ralph Inge
3. The training of the imagination Arthur Christopher Benson
4. Religion at school William Wyamar Vaughan
5. Citizenship Albert Mansbridge
6. The place of literature in education Nowell Smith
7. The place of science in education William Bateson
8. Athletics Frederic Blagden Malim
9. The use of leisure John Haden Badley
10. Preparation for practical life John David McClure
11. Teaching as a profession Frank Roscoe.

Subject Areas: Philosophy & theory of education [JNA]