Preliminary Report of the Committee of Fifteen (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781175759788)

This is a preliminary report from the Committee of Fifteen, a group formed by the National Education Association (NEA) in the late 19th century to establish standards and recommendations for elementary education in the United States. The report details the committee's initial findings and proposed guidelines concerning curriculum, teaching methods, and overall organization of elementary schools.

The document offers insights into the educational philosophies and priorities of the era, reflecting concerns about preparing students for citizenship and the workforce. It provides a historical record of efforts to standardize and improve the quality of elementary education across the nation during a period of significant social and economic change. This report is a valuable resource for researchers, educators, and anyone interested in the history of American education.

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