The Progressive Education Movement
- 160pages
- 6 heures de lecture
In this book, William Hayes takes a look at the past, present, and possible future of the progressive education movement.



In this book, William Hayes takes a look at the past, present, and possible future of the progressive education movement.
Exploring the evolution of teaching from ancient Greek philosophy to contemporary educational challenges, the authors delve into the longstanding debate between art and science in education. They argue that these two elements, often seen as opposing forces, can coexist harmoniously, offering insights that bridge historical perspectives with modern-day issues. This work aims to provide a nuanced understanding of teaching methodologies throughout history.
In this book, authors Alyssa Magee Lowery and William Hayes trace the history of teaching from Greek philosophy to twenty-first century educational issues in an effort to provide some perspective in the long art versus science debate, ultimately finding that the two components may be able to coexist peacefully.