Publisher's Synopsis
The Speyer School Curriculum (1913) is a book written by the staff of the Speyer School in New York City. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the curriculum that was followed by the school in the year 1913. The Speyer School was a progressive school that aimed to provide a well-rounded education to its students. The curriculum outlined in the book reflects this philosophy.The book is divided into several sections, each of which covers a different subject area. The subjects covered include English, mathematics, science, history, geography, art, music, physical education, and foreign languages. Each section provides a detailed overview of the topics covered in that subject area, as well as the teaching methods and materials that were used.In addition to the subject-specific sections, the book also includes a section on general principles of education. This section covers topics such as the importance of individualized instruction, the role of the teacher, and the value of experiential learning.Overall, The Speyer School Curriculum (1913) provides a fascinating glimpse into the educational philosophy and practices of a progressive school in the early 20th century. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of education or the development of progressive education in the United States.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
