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The Rise of Mass Education: Teaching us to Obey | Agustina Paglayan with Javier Mejia

The Economic and Political History Podcast

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The Roots of Compulsory Education in Prussia

This chapter examines the historical events in 18th century Prussia that led to the establishment of compulsory schooling as a solution to social unrest. It highlights the interplay of agrarian reforms and education policies that set a precedent for global education systems aimed at preserving state authority.

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