Studies In The History Of Educational Opinion From The Renaissance (1905)

""Studies In The History Of Educational Opinion From The Renaissance"" is a book written by Simon Somerville Laurie and first published in 1905. The book offers an in-depth exploration of the development of educational thought and ideas in Europe from the Renaissance period onwards. Laurie examines the works of influential educational philosophers such as Comenius, Locke, Rousseau, Pestalozzi, and Froebel, and analyzes their ideas and contributions to the field of education.The book is divided into six chapters, each focusing on a particular period of educational history. Laurie begins with an overview of educational thought during the Renaissance, before moving on to examine the ideas of the Enlightenment and the Romantic Movement. He then explores the emergence of the scientific approach to education in the 19th century, and the rise of progressive education in the early 20th century.Throughout the book, Laurie provides a detailed analysis of the social, political, and cultural factors that influenced the development of educational thought during each period. He also highlights the key debates and controversies that shaped the field of education, and offers his own insights and opinions on the various theories and approaches.Overall, ""Studies In The History Of Educational Opinion From The Renaissance"" is a comprehensive and thought-provoking exploration of the evolution of educational thought and practice in Europe. It remains a valuable resource for scholars and educators interested in the history of education and the development of educational theory.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.