The New Education: A Review of Progressive Educational Movements of the Day (1915)

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Scott Nearing’s 1915 landmark work, The New Education, offers a definitive analysis of the progressive educational movements that reshaped American schooling at the turn of the century. Nearing examines the shift from traditional rote learning toward student-centered pedagogy, evaluating the influence of John Dewey and the Progressive Education Association. This is not merely a historical survey; it is a critical review of the pedagogical philosophies that continue to influence modern education theory.\nFor educators, historians, and students of the history of education, this EPUB edition provides accessible entry into a foundational text. Nearing’s writing is both intellectually rigorous and engaging, making it a valuable addition to any academic library. Discover the origins of contemporary educational theory in this classic review of the progressive movement.