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An Address, Delivered at the Collegiate Institution in Amherst, Ms. (Classic Reprint): Oct; 15, 1823 - Couverture souple
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Unlock a window into early American education and moral reform. This address, delivered in Amherst in 1823, surveys the aims, methods, and future of learning in a growing nation, urging a balance of intellect, character, and faith.
In clear terms, the speaker critiques trendier teaching fashions and champions solid study, practical knowledge, and the moral formation that should accompany every branch of education. The text tracks the progress of science, mathematics, and philosophy while stressing the enduring value of conscience, religion, and service to others. It also lays out a vision for supporting pious, indigent students who will become ministers and leaders, insisting that independence and effort are essential for meaningful influence.
What you’ll encounter in this edition:
- Concise arguments about the purpose of education beyond mere cleverness or quick results.
- Considered discussion of how science and learning should serve the church and broader society.
- A principled stance on charity, self-reliance, and the responsibilities of mentors and institutions.
- Context for early 19th‑century debates on pedagogy, religion, and public instruction.
Ideal for readers of history of education, early American religious life, and reform-era discourse.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book is dedicated to the inauguration of a theological institution for the education of young scholars, discussing the importance of educating the mind and soul as one entity. The author argues that sound learning is essential for the preservation of society, and that religious education is vital for the nourishment of the soul. The author identifies the three main branches of education as physical, intellectual and moral. In discussing physical education, the author emphasizes the need for a strong and healthy body to support a cultivated mind, and suggests guidelines for maintaining physical health. For the development of intellectual education, the author advocates for a curriculum that encourages students to think and reason for themselves, using examples such as math and literature. The author also discusses the role of experiential learning and the importance of discipline to intellectual growth. When discussing moral education, the author stresses the significance of religious education in the development of moral character, and its implications on public life and society at large. This book offers a wide examination of the concept of education and its application to the mind, body, and soul, providing valuable insights into the ideological foundations of education in the 1800s. 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 9781331969228_0
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An Address, Delivered at the Collegiate Institution in Amherst, Ms. : Oct; 15, 1823 (Classic Reprint)
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Forgotten Books, 2015
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Etat : Hervorragend. Zustand: Hervorragend | Seiten: 48 | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar. N° de réf. du vendeur 26029253/1
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