Trace the roots of American higher education from ancient Greece to Harvard.
This nonfiction work surveys how liberal arts, governance, and pedagogy shaped the way colleges and universities evolved in the Anglophone world and in America. The book frames education as a long, interconnected story. It looks at Greek ideas about harmony and civic duty, the birth of the liberal arts, and how early colleges learned from English and continental models. It also chronicles how American institutions gained charters, built curricula, and defined roles for teachers and students—echoing a lineage that runs from Harvard to Princeton and beyond. Through this lens, the book explains why liberal culture, leadership, and teaching methods remain central to modern higher education.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book adeptly traces the fascinating evolution of American colleges. The author leads us on an intellectual journey from ancient Greece, where the genesis of liberal arts education began, through the Middle Ages, the Renaissance and onward to the founding of the first colleges in America. The book explores the historical development of the liberal arts curriculum, highlighting how subjects like grammar, music, rhetoric and mathematics were integral to shaping well-rounded individuals. It sheds light on the crucial role of philosophy in uniting these subjects, guiding students towards intellectual and ethical excellence. Delving into the challenges faced by early American colleges, the book underscores the continuous struggle to balance specialized and generalist education as society's needs evolved. It also delves into the ongoing debates around the relevance and adaptability of liberal arts in the face of rapid scientific and technological advancements. This insightful book offers a valuable perspective on the historical evolution of American colleges and the enduring significance of liberal arts education in fostering critical thinking, effective communication, and responsible citizenship in an ever-changing world. 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. N° de réf. du vendeur 9780282651671_0
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Vendeur : Revaluation Books, Exeter, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : Brand New. 48 pages. 9.02x5.98x0.10 inches. This item is printed on demand. N° de réf. du vendeur zk0282651675
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