The American Public School Then and Now
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The American Public School Then and Now
Joe Student & Mary LearnerSocial Studies 6 Section 1Unit 6 Project: Early 1900s vs. Early 2000s06/01/13
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Key Termsand Definitions
Public Education
Elementary
Secondary
Post-Secondary
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Thesisand Avenues
Mission and purpose same in 1900 as in 2000;changes in types of students and scope
Then: Dewey’s vision
Now: Readiness for the 21st century world
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THEN - Dewey’s Vision
John Dewey - Psychologist, philosopher, educator
Educating for a democratic society
Away from “factory-style” schools to more hands-on approach
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THEN - Dewey’s Vision
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NOW - Readiness for the 21st Century
US population continues to grow & be more diverse
Since 1908s: Tests that measure student growth
Focus on competition with other nations
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NOW - Readiness for the 21st Century
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CONCLUSIONand final thoughtPreparation to be good citizens
Awareness of “good teaching methods”
Teaching all Americans