ISBN: 9780282017088 - the historical development of school readers and method ln teaching reading (classic reprint) (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating history of early American education, specifically focusing on the evolution of school readers and teaching methods for reading. The author meticulously traces the development of reading instruction from its religious origins with the New England Primer to the emergence of secular textbooks like Noah Webster's "Blue-Back Speller." The narrative explores the social and cultural forces that shaped educational practices, highlighting the shift from a focus on religious and moral instruction to a more child-centered approach that emphasized engaging content and effective teaching methods. The author's research sheds light on the challenges and innovations faced by educators in early America as they sought to develop a system of reading instruction that met the needs of a growing nation. Through a detailed examination of historical texts, teaching manuals, and classroom practices, this book offers valuable insights into the historical roots of American education and the enduring legacy of early reading instruction methods. By understanding the past, we can better appreciate the progress that has been made in education and gain a deeper understanding of the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead. 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.…