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100	1		_aWalsh, James J. _q(James Joseph), _d1865-1942
245	1	0	_aEducation: How Old The New
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2011
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2011-01-13
508			_aProduced by Don Kostuch
520			_a"Education: How Old The New" by James J. Walsh is a scholarly work written in the early 20th century. This text explores the historical foundations and principles of education, suggesting that many current educational theories and practices are not as novel as often believed, but rather rooted in ancient ideas. Walsh emphasizes the importance of connecting modern educational methods to their historical context to better understand their true significance. The opening of the work lays the groundwork for this exploration by addressing a common misconception that modern education has dramatically advanced compared to the past. Walsh argues that many principles in education are timeless, having roots stretching back thousands of years, as exemplified through a discussion of the ancient "Instructions of Ptah Hotep." He introduces the idea that previous generations developed sophisticated educational practices and moral frameworks that continue to resonate today. This sets the tone for a deeper investigation into how past educational systems can inform and enhance contemporary approaches, urging educators to learn from history rather than dismiss it as archaic. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aEducation -- History
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/34938
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