Learn how education can strengthen both individuals and society, and what practical methods support that goal.
This book examines core questions about why and how we educate people, from foundational theories to classroom practice.
In Principles of Educational Practice, Paul Klapper explores two big ideas about the state and its people, then asks what kind of education best serves both. It argues that education should develop the individual while strengthening social life, so society and its citizens grow together. The discussion moves from broad theory to concrete teaching methods, including how to align aims with everyday classroom work."synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book takes a deep dive into fundamental questions about the purpose of education, focusing on principles that are universally relevant. It begins by considering contrasting views on the nature of education: one positing the individual as subservient to the needs of society, and the other prioritizing individual development. The author argues that true educational value results from a balance between individual and societal needs. However, the author emphasizes that education should not prioritize the mere accumulation of knowledge but rather the development of the ability to think critically and independently. The book then goes on to discuss the role of education in promoting social efficiency, arguing that it should prepare individuals for a variety of social roles and responsibilities. Ultimately, the book advocates for education as a means of personal growth and social progress. 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. Seller Inventory # 9781330608685_0
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