The History of Education / Educational Practice and Progress Considered as a Phase of the Development and Spread of Western Civilization

A comprehensive survey traces the evolution of schooling as a facet of Western civilization from ancient Greek and Roman practices through the medieval church and the rise of universities to the development of modern public school systems. It examines institutional forms, instructional aims, and the social and intellectual forces that preserved learning, revived classical study, fostered scholastic inquiry, and prompted religious and scientific reforms. The narrative highlights the emergence of varied school types, the growth of state organization and civic purposes for education, and the expanding role of science and vocational training. Chapters are reinforced by source excerpts, illustrations, maps, and discussion questions for classroom use.