What Shall the Public Schools Do for the Feeble Minded (Paperback)

Paperback. "What Shall the Public Schools Do for the Feeble Minded" by Guy Pratt Davis is a significant historical exploration into the responsibilities and methods of the public education system regarding students with cognitive disabilities. Addressing a critical gap in early 20th-century pedagogy, Davis examines the social, ethical, and practical implications of educating children who were then classified as 'feeble-minded.' The work provides a detailed analysis of how public schools can better serve this population through specialized instruction, modified curricula, and supportive environments designed to foster individual growth and potential self-sufficiency. The text delves into contemporary psychological theories and administrative challenges, offering a window into the evolution of special education in the United States. Davis advocates for a more structured and scientific approach to classroom management and student assessment, emphasizing the need for professional training and dedicated resources. This volume is an essential resource for researchers of educational history, social policy, and the development of inclusive practices within the American school system. It remains a foundational document for understanding the long-standing debate over the role of the state in providing equitable education for all learners.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.…