Explore Pestalozzi’s hands-on approach to learning and why students guide their own discovery.
This concise study explains the core ideas that shaped elementary education: learning begins with concrete, near experiences and grows through the learner’s own observation and experimentation, guided by a thoughtful teacher. It contrasts the “elementary method” with the traditional, higher-education “scientific method,” showing why the former suits developing minds.
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Seller: Forgotten Books, London, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the progressive principles and practices of the pioneering Swiss educational reformer, Johann Heinrich Pestalozzi. Pestalozzi is widely recognised as the āfather of modern elementary educationā and his ideas and methods have had a profound and enduring influence on how children learn. The book details the key elements of Pestalozzi's approach, including his emphasis on observation, self-activity, and the development of practical skills. The author positions Pestalozzi's work within the broader intellectual and social context of the late 18th and early 19th centuries, highlighting his significant contributions to the advancement of education. The book offers valuable insights into the enduring significance of Pestalozzi's ideas, demonstrating how they remain relevant and applicable in contemporary educational contexts. The author's persuasive and engaging narrative illuminates the transformative potential of Pestalozzi's approach, making this book an essential read for educators, historians, and anyone interested in the history and philosophy of 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. Seller Inventory # 9781330972052_0
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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9781330972052
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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9781330972052
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