Reformers
This man prominent figure in the Progressive Era of education believed traditional education not only failed to encourage but actively penalized students for behaving out of line.
Who is John Dewey?
These types of skills were designed to prepare students for the workplace.
What are employable skills?
John Dewey's theory of pedagogy is the relationship of two ideas experience and this "i" word?
What is interest?
This notable Stanford educator of the Progressive Era stated that public schools exist primarily for the benefit of the State rather than the individual.
Who is Ellwood P. Cubberley?
From 1900 to 1922, education shifted from more "academic" schooling to a majority of these courses.
What are vocational subjects?
These activities were seen as an extension of the curriculum.
What are extracurricular activities?
Dewey believed schools could be a laboratory for this often-used "d" word.
What is democracy?
This man argued that meritocracy could contribute to a more democratic society if students "respect and confide in the expert in every field of human activity".
Who is Charles Eliot?
During the Progressive Educational Reform era, education went from voluntary to this "c" word?
What is compulsory?
This other notable Dewey created the Dewey Decimal System?
Who is Melvil Dewey?