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Primarily for Undergraduates.

Course 1B: Development of Educational Ideals.—Studied as
phases of social evolution. Special attention is given to the systems of
education in Greece and Rome; in Europe during the Middle Ages, the
Renaissance, and the Reformation; in modern Germany, France, England,
and America. These systems are analysed as revealing epochal and national


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ideals, the writings of individuals being studied for their contribution
to, and interpretation of, these systems. Histories and original sources
are used as texts, supplemented by parallel reading. Tues, Thur., Sat.,
12 to 1: Alumni Hall, East Range.

Course 2: Sociological Phases of Education.—A study of society
in its relation to individual development. Attention is given to the
evolution of family life, the increasing value of childhood, the educational
demands of political, industrial, and religious systems, the growth of
ethical ideals and scientific knowledge. A special study is made of social
control and of individual opportunity in their influence upon development.
Texts and parallel reading. Hours to be arranged: Alumni Hall, East
Range.