1st Edition
The Foundations of Twentieth-Century Education in England
By E. J. R. Eaglesham
Copyright 1967
130 Pages
by
Routledge
130 Pages
by
Routledge
130 Pages
by
Routledge
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First published in 1967, The Foundations of Twentieth-Century Education in England examines events and decisions which shaped the development of the educational system during the first half of the twentieth century. Professor Eaglesham goes into the background of the controversial Education Act of 1902, in particular the activities of one of its chief architects, Robert Morant of the Board of... Read more
Preface 1. An educational system outgrown 2. Administrative muddle 3. Blueprint for English education 4. Education for followership 5. Education for leadership 6. Education for labour and leisure 7. Creating a department 8. Politicians and Morant 9. End of an era
Biography
E. J. R. Eaglesham was Emeritus Professor of Education at the University of Durham, UK.
Review of the first publication:
‘A most lucid account, and provides interesting reading even for the non-specialist.’
— New Schoolmaster
