Four Centuries of American Education

by David Barton

Book Overview

For four centuries, religion, morality, and knowledge formed the core elements of American education, but in recent decades, a secularized approach to education has gained prominence. This title discusses the effects of both religious and secular philosophies and presents stories of early American heroes in the field of education.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1932225323
• ISBN13: 9781932225327
• Release Date: November 2004
• Publisher: Wallbuilders Inc
• Length: 63 Pages
• Weight: 0.23 lbs.

Customer Reviews

We've Kicked God Out of Our Schools

I have read this book and highly recommend it. It profiles the true history of education in America. It is sad to me that we have abandoned our Christian heritage in regards to education. We have put God out, done away with discipline (and respect) in our schools, and we've let the government tell us how to teach our kids and how to take care of them. This book is a great historical reference and is quite informative and educational. You won't be disappointed with this book (Gene Meggs--author of "Education Ain't Write").

WOW!

This is a real eye opener. Now I understand what has happened to our kid's education.

Excellent reference!

For centuries teaching the three essential elements of religion, morality, and knowledge formed the core of America's educational curriculum. During the last century secularization has displaced this moral foundation with grave consequences for society.