Addresses And Papers Bearing Chiefly On Education (1908)

By Richard McIlwaine

Book Overview

""Addresses and Papers Bearing Chiefly on Education"" is a book written by Richard McIlwaine and published in 1908. The book is a collection of essays, speeches, and papers that McIlwaine wrote on the topic of education. The author was a prominent educator and administrator in Virginia during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The book covers a wide range of topics related to education, including the role of the teacher, the importance of physical education, the value of vocational training, and the need for education reform. McIlwaine also discusses the challenges facing educators at the time, such as the lack of funding for schools and the need to improve teacher training. The book is divided into several sections, each focusing on a different aspect of education. The first section includes McIlwaine's thoughts on the purpose of education and the role of the teacher. The second section focuses on the importance of physical education and the benefits of outdoor activities. The third section discusses vocational training and the need for students to learn practical skills. Overall, ""Addresses and Papers Bearing Chiefly on Education"" provides a fascinating look at the state of education in the early 20th century and the challenges facing educators at the time. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of education and the evolution of educational theory and practice.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1166450589
• ISBN13: 9781166450588
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 188 Pages
• Weight: 0.57 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"