Changing Conceptions Of Education (1909)

Changing Conceptions of Education is a book written by Ellwood Patterson Cubberley in 1909. The book explores the evolution of education in America from the colonial period to the early 20th century. Cubberley, who was a prominent education reformer and professor at Stanford University, provides a comprehensive overview of the major changes in educational philosophy, curriculum, and methodology over the course of American history. The book is divided into three parts, each of which focuses on a different era in American education. Part one covers the colonial period and the early years of the Republic, when education was primarily focused on religious instruction and basic reading, writing, and arithmetic skills. Part two looks at the mid-19th century, when the public school system was established and the emphasis shifted to a more secular, practical education designed to prepare students for the workforce. Part three covers the turn of the 20th century, when progressive educators like John Dewey sought to make education more child-centered and experiential.Throughout the book, Cubberley provides detailed historical context and analysis of the various educational trends and movements that emerged during each era. He also offers his own critiques and recommendations for how education should evolve in the future. Overall, Changing Conceptions of Education is a seminal work in the field of education history and provides valuable insights into the evolution of American education.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.