9781330877425 - The State and Higher Education, an Address Before the Minnesota Academy of Natural Sciences (Classic Reprint) de Winchell, Newton Horace (3 resultados)

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Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book examines the State's relationship with higher education in the United States, exploring the historical debate over who should control and shape the educational system. The author traces the evolution of higher education from its religious roots to its eventual embrace of science and industry, arguing that the State's involvement has been essential to the progress of knowledge and the well-being of society. The book delves into the tension between the State and the church over control of education, highlighting the ongoing debate over the proper balance between religious and secular instruction. Ultimately, the book posits that the State has a vital role to play in ensuring access to quality higher education for all, and that its continued investment in this area is a testament to the importance of knowledge and enlightenment in a democratic society. 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.