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The American Public School Then and Now. Joe Student & Mary Learner Social Studies 6 Section 1 Unit 6 Project: Early 1900s vs. Early 2000s 06/01/13. Key Terms and Definitions. Public Education Elementary Secondary Post-Secondary. Thesis and Avenues.
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The American Public School Then and Now Joe Student & Mary Learner Social Studies 6 Section 1 Unit 6 Project: Early 1900s vs. Early 2000s 06/01/13
Key Terms and Definitions Public Education Elementary Secondary Post-Secondary
Thesis and 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
THEN- Dewey’s Vision John Dewey - Psychologist, philosopher, educator Educating for a democratic society Away from “factory-style” schools to more hands-on approach
THEN- Dewey’s Vision
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
NOW - Readiness for the 21st Century
CONCLUSION and final thought Preparation to be good citizens Awareness of “good teaching methods” Teaching all Americans