02622cam a22003733u 4500 51580 UtSlPG 20260610134204.0 m cr n 260607r2016||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 LB PA Nietzsche, Friedrich Wilhelm, 1844-1900 On the Future of our Educational Institutions; Homer and Classical Philology : Complete Works, Volume Three Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2016 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2016-03-28 Produced by Marc D'Hooghe (Images generously made available by the Hathi Trust. "On the Future of Our Educational Institutions" by Friedrich Nietzsche is a series of philosophical lectures written in the late 19th century. The book addresses the state of educational institutions in Germany, critiquing them for prioritizing practicality and state service over genuine culture and the development of exceptional individual minds. Nietzsche proposes that true education should focus on cultivating genius and recognizing the importance of classical literature and art. The opening portion of the text provides a foundation for Nietzsche's philosophy on education, highlighting his concerns over the disconnect between current educational practices and the ideal of fostering true culture. He begins by expressing doubts about the efficacy of contemporary schools and denominations, suggesting that they fail to nurture creativity and intellectual rigor. Nietzsche reflects on his own educational experiences and those of his peers, emphasizing the necessity for schools to protect and cultivate the delicate minds of truly gifted individuals, as well as the need for a shift away from the prevailing utilitarian approaches to education. Through discussions with his audience, he sets the stage for a deeper exploration of these themes throughout the series of lectures. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Homer Classical philology Education -- Philosophy Nietzsche, Friedrich Wilhelm, 1844-1900 -- Views on education Educational change -- Germany Levy, Oscar, 1867-1946 Kennedy, J. M. (John McFarland) https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/51580 92414 92414