Common Schools emerged in what century?
18th century
What was the first public school opened in the United States?
The Boston Latin School.
Who's John Dewey?
He was one of the leading theorists in education and social reform.
The Compulsory Attendance Law in Connecticut was established in...
1842
Babies born after WW2
Baby Boomers
John Dewey
Lincoln University, the first African-American college, was founded in...
1866
What is a Child-Centered Approach?
Indicated education must place the emphasis on learning about the needs and interests of the child.
Who is considered the father of American Education?
Horace Mann
When was Harvard University founded?
1636
Compulsory Attendance Law stated no child under ___ could be employed in any business without proof of attendance in school.
15
Who is remembered as the father of progressive education?
John Dewey
When was the Boston Latin School Established?
1635
What is the Elementary & Secondary Education Act?
Provided financial assistance to local education agencies (LEAs) and schools with high percentages of children from low-income families.
Obtained state funding so children of all social classes could go to school.
Horace Mann