Publisher's Synopsis
The Speyer School Curriculum (1913) is a book written by the staff of the Speyer School, a progressive private school in New York City. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the school's curriculum, which was designed to foster intellectual curiosity, critical thinking, and creativity in students. The curriculum was based on the principles of child-centered education and emphasized the importance of individualized instruction, experiential learning, and interdisciplinary studies.The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a different subject area. These include language arts, mathematics, science, social studies, art, music, and physical education. Each section provides a detailed description of the curriculum for that subject, including the goals and objectives, the methods of instruction, and the materials and resources used.Throughout the book, the authors emphasize the importance of active learning and student engagement. They advocate for a curriculum that is flexible and adaptable to the needs and interests of individual students, and that encourages them to take ownership of their learning. The book also includes examples of student work and assessments, as well as reflections from teachers and administrators on the successes and challenges of implementing the curriculum.Overall, The Speyer School Curriculum (1913) provides a fascinating glimpse into the history of progressive education in the United States. It offers valuable insights into the principles and practices of child-centered education, and serves as a reminder of the ongoing importance of creating learning environments that foster creativity, critical thinking, and intellectual curiosity.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.
