1st Edition
Education, Social Reform and Philosophical Development Evidence from the Past, Principles for the Future
Summary of Chapters
Introduction: Historical understanding and philosophical reflection
Part I. Historical evolution of education – its meaning and its provision
Chapter 1, Developing pattern and meaning of education from early 19th century
Chapter 2, Apprenticeships and practical learning: lessons to be learnt
Chapter 3, Primary and secondary education for all
Chapter 4, Further education and youth service
Chapter 5, The shifting sands of qualifications
Chapter 6, Higher education: its changing nature
Chapter 7, Religious Influence: Education and Faith Schools
Chapter 8, Changing political control
Part II. Prelude: Philosphical Assumptions and Critical Questions
Chapter 9, Summary of changing concept of ‘education’
Chapter 10, Utilitarianism, Idealism, and Socialism
Chapter 11, Positivism, Post-Modernism and Wisdom of the Market
Chapter 12, Pragmatism
Chapter 13, Respect for truth: problems of political discourse
Part III. Conclusion
Chapter 14, Aims of education: human flourishing and development of persons
Biography
Richard Pring is Emeritus Professor of Education, and was formerly Director of Department of Educational Studies, University of Oxford, UK.
