[Editor’s Note: This is the 24th in a series of blogs that examine how education developed throughout history until the present. Links to previous blogs are included at the bottom of the post.] Most people don’t associate Thomas Jefferson with education, but his views and actions both influenced formal instruction in the nascent United States. … Continue reading “The History of Education: The American Educational System, Early National Period (Thomas Jefferson)”
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The History of Education: The American Educational System, Early National Period (Benjamin Rush)
[Editor’s Note: This is the 23rd in a series of blogs that examine how education developed throughout history until the present. Links to previous blogs are included at the bottom of the post.] Benjamin Rush (1746-1813) was one of the leaders of the Revolutionary movement, serving as a professor at the College of Philadelphia when … Continue reading “The History of Education: The American Educational System, Early National Period (Benjamin Rush)”
The History of Education: The American Educational System, Early National Period (Benjamin Franklin)
[Editor’s Note: This is the 22nd in a series of blogs that examine how education developed throughout history until the present. Links to previous blogs are included at the bottom of the post.] Benjamin Franklin, born on January 17, 1706, in Boston, was an American printer, author, diplomat, philosopher, and scientist. He made many contributions … Continue reading “The History of Education: The American Educational System, Early National Period (Benjamin Franklin)”
A History of Education: The American Educational System, Colonial Period (Harvard College)
[Editor’s Note: This is the 21st in a series of blogs that examine how education developed throughout history until the present. Links to previous blogs are included at the bottom of the post.] Harvard University, which is approaching its 390th anniversary in 2026, is the oldest higher education institution in the United States. It was … Continue reading “A History of Education: The American Educational System, Colonial Period (Harvard College)”
A History of Education: The American Educational System, Colonial Period (Massachusetts Education Laws)
[Editor’s Note: This is the 20th in a series of blogs that examine how education developed throughout history until the present. Links to previous blogs are included at the bottom of the post.] In the early 1600s, many Puritans became concerned that when their learned and trained leaders died, it would leave a vacuum in … Continue reading “A History of Education: The American Educational System, Colonial Period (Massachusetts Education Laws)”
A History of Education: The American Educational System, Colonial Period (New England Books)
[Editor’s Note: This is the 19th in a series of blogs that examine how education developed throughout history until the present. Links to previous blogs are included at the bottom of the post.] During the colonial period, students used a couple of different tools for learning. The first was the hornbook, which got its start … Continue reading “A History of Education: The American Educational System, Colonial Period (New England Books)”
A History of Education: The American Educational System, Colonial Period (Puritans)
[Editor’s Note: This is the 18th in a series of blogs that examine how education developed throughout history until the present. Links to previous blogs are included at the bottom of the post.] The Puritans were a large faction who became discontented with the Church of England and worked diligently toward religious, moral, and societal … Continue reading “A History of Education: The American Educational System, Colonial Period (Puritans)”
Guest Blog: 5 Common Roadblocks to Kids’ Education: How Parents Can Help by Lacie Martin
Teaching kids is harder than ever: Kids have shorter attention spans, are frequently rebellious, and — being under constant pressure to succeed — often struggle with mental challenges. You may have witnessed your own child grapple with learning or have difficulties at school. As a concerned parent, you may need to proactively step in, troubleshoot … Continue reading “Guest Blog: 5 Common Roadblocks to Kids’ Education: How Parents Can Help by Lacie Martin”
A History of Education: European Influences on the American Educational System (Herbert Spencer)
[Editor’s Note: This is the 17th in a series of blogs that examine how education developed throughout history until the present. Links to previous blogs are included at the bottom of the post.] The last European influencer we’ll discuss in this series is Herbert Spencer (1820-1903), known as one of the leading Social Darwinists of … Continue reading “A History of Education: European Influences on the American Educational System (Herbert Spencer)”
The History of Education: European Influences on the American Educational System (Herbart)
[Editor’s Note: This is the 16th in a series of blogs that examine how education developed throughout history until the present. Links to previous blogs are included at the bottom of the post.] Education is the process by which a society delivers knowledge, culture, and values from one generation to the next. Individually along the … Continue reading “The History of Education: European Influences on the American Educational System (Herbart)”