Founders of Education Flashcards

Who established the State Boards of Education and was an outspoken advocate for public education?

What was John Hughes known for in the context of education?

What did Booker Washington believe regarding racial issues?

W.E.B. Dubios believed that blacks should have the same equality in education as white people.

What was John Dewey's view on education?

What movement was Albert Shanker a leader in?

What landmark decision is Linda Briwb Thompson associated with?

What did Deborah Meier create in the educational system?

What educational movement is E.D. Hirsch Jr. known for?

What educational concepts is Maria Montessori credited with developing?

What was the main focus of John Amos Comenius in education?

What importance did John Locke emphasize in children's learning?

Jean Jacques Rousseau viewed children as innately bad and in need of strict guidance.

What did Johann Pestalozzi criticize in educational practices?

Founders of Education

Horace Mann: Established State Boards of Education; advocate for public education funded by tax money.
John Hughes: Advocated for public funding of education; played a key role in the secularization of schools.
Booker T. Washington: Promoted racial solidarity and self-help; aimed to maintain peaceful relations with the white population.
W.E.B. Du Bois: Championed the notion that Black Americans should have equal educational opportunities as their white counterparts.
John Dewey: Proposed that education should align with a child's psychological development and real-world experiences.
Albert Shanker: Led movements focused on education standards; criticized social promotion for lacking incentives for student achievement.
Linda Brown Thompson: Instrumental in the landmark "Brown vs. Board of Education" case which eliminated the "separate but equal" doctrine in education.
Deborah Meier: Developed a family-oriented educational system; emphasized teacher autonomy, parental involvement, and community engagement in schools.
E.D. Hirsch Jr.: Key figure in the Back to Basics movement, advocating for fundamental skills in education.
Maria Montessori: Pioneered the open classroom concept; introduced individualized education using manipulatives, teaching toys, and structured learning.
John Amos Comenius: Critiqued rote memorization; advocated for teaching centered on children's interests and needs.
John Locke: Highlighted the significance of firsthand experiences for children's learning about their environment.
Jean Jacques Rousseau: Believed children are inherently good; suggested educators provide opportunities for exploration and hands-on experiences.
Johann Pestalozzi: Opposed authoritarian teaching methods; encouraged educators to utilize concrete, experiential learning for student engagement.

This quiz provides flashcards on key figures who contributed significantly to the development of education in America. Learn about Horace Mann, John Hughes, and Booker Washington, among others, and their vital roles in advocating for public education and reform. Perfect for students of educational history or those preparing for exams.