Report of the Committee of Fifteen
Read at the Cleveland Meeting of the Department of Superintendence, February 19-21, 1884By William Torrey Harris, H. S. Tarbell, A. S. Draper
Length5h 15m
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The 'Report of the Committee of Fifteen' commands an expansive view into the educational theories and practices of its time, encapsulating a diverse array of perspectives and critiques surrounding primary and secondary education. The collection presents thought-provoking reflections and methodological insights that delve into the intricacies of curriculum design and the philosophical underpinnings of education. Within its pages, readers are invited into a rich tapestry of discourse that negotiates the traditional and progressive, the didactic and the experiential. William Torrey Harris, H. S. Tarbell, and A. S. Draper serve as key contributors to this influential report, each bringing a distinct background rooted in educational reform and development. Their collective works mirror the broader movements within the late 19th and early 20th centuries'Äîa transitional period grappling with modernization and institutional standardization. As notable figures within the intellectual landscape, they provide a crucial examination of pedagogical methods within the context of rapid cultural and social change, merging historical significance with pioneering visions for educational evolution. This anthology is an essential resource for scholars and enthusiasts alike who seek to explore a multiplicity of educational philosophies within one authoritative volume. Readers are afforded the unique opportunity to engage with the foundational dialogues that helped shape modern educational frameworks. With its rich diversity of insights, the 'Report of the Committee of Fifteen' promises an intellectually rewarding journey into the formative ideologies and the inevitable tensions they entail, making it a must-read for anyone invested in the ongoing transformation of education.
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GenreEducation and Learning, Literary Classics
Length5 hrs 15 mins
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Publish dateOct 28, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
20Professional work.
2REPORT OF THE COMMITTEE OF FIFTEEN BY W. T. HARRIS, LL. D., A. S. DRAPER, LL. D., AND H. S. TARBELL READ AT THE CLEVELAND MEETING OF THE DEPARTMENT OF SUPERINTENDENCE, FEBRUARY 19-21, 1895, WITH THE DEBATE
21Relative time.
3Autogenerated TOC.
22Science of teaching—psychology.
41. Logical order of topics and branches.
23Study of children.
52. Symmetrical whole of studies in the world of human learning.
24Methodology.
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63. Psychological symmetry—the whole mind.
25School economy.
74. Correlation of pupil’s course of study with the world in which he lives—his spiritual and natural environment.
26History of education.
8A. Language studies.
27Training in teaching.
9B. Arithmetic.
28The practice-school.
10C. Geography.
29Length of training-school course.
11D. History.
30Tests of success.
12E. Other branches.
31Training of teachers for secondary schools.
13The difference between elementary and secondary studies.
32The science of teaching.
14Correlation by synthesis of studies.
33The art of teaching.
15Amount of time for each branch.
34Post-graduate year.
16IV. METHODS AND ORGANIZATION.
35History of the United States.
17Organization for City School Systems. BY PRESIDENT ANDREW S. DRAPER.
36The spelling-book.
18Training schools.
37Dissent from Dr. Draper’s Report. BY EDWIN P. SEAVER, BOSTON.
19Academic studies.
38Discussion on Report of Dr. Harris.
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