School Efficiency, 1913: A Constructive Study Applied to New York City
Language: English
Published by Forgotten Books, 2018
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Print on Demand. This book examines the state of education in New York City as of 1913 by studying the quality and efficiency of the city's elementary schools, vocational training schools, high schools and the central administration of its Board of Education and local school boards. The author, an educational expert, led a team of specialists who conducted a comprehensive review of each of these educational divisions with the aim of identifying and presenting detailed solutions for ongoing issues. After a brief overview of the methodology used in the research, the book analyzes the efficiency of New York City's schools from a curriculum perspective. It discusses how well the schools were meeting the needs of the communities they served. The text provides insights into how closely actual teaching practices were aligned with the course of studies, with a particular emphasis on identifying where there were gaps in students' fundamental habits, such as constructive imagination and reasoning. It also evaluates the quality of the instruction and supervision provided by principals and superintendents, highlighting instances where leadership was lacking. The final part of the book presents recommendations for upgrading the city's educational system, including suggestions for reforming the course of study, increasing flexibility in subject matter and administration, and adapting instruction to individual and local needs. By providing a critical examination of the educational system of its time, this book establishes a framework for improving urban school systems across the country. 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.…
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- Title
- School Efficiency, 1913: A Constructive Study Applied to New York City
- Author
- Paul Henry Hanus
- Publisher
- Forgotten Books
- Publication year
- 2018
- Condition
- New
- Book Type
- print-on-demand item
- Binding
- Paperback
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 1330748913
- ISBN 13
- 9781330748916
- Seller catalogs
- Education
Explore an early 20th-century study that analyzes New York City schools and offers practical reforms.
This edition presents a concise interpretation of the educational report and its implications for public schooling.
The work surveys elementary, high, and vocational education, calling for more varied courses, stronger vocational guidance, and better administration. It links classroom practice to broader questions of access, efficiency, and city life, with recommendations that shape how schools serve all students.
- Critique of the general high school course and calls for more practical, labor-related training
- Emphasis on civic education, vocational guidance, and closer alignment with city life
- Proposed administrative reforms, supervision, and data-driven appraisal
- Specific suggestions for expanding and organizing courses across elementary, secondary, and vocational tracks
Ideal for readers interested in the history of education policy, school administration, and urban schooling in America.
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