The Real Origins of Public Education
Good on Paper
Redefining Education's Roots
This chapter critically examines traditional theories linking the expansion of mass primary education to factors like democratization and industrialization, finding little supporting evidence. It argues that the origins of public education are more closely tied to state control and elite interests, often emerging as a response to social unrest or internal conflict. By analyzing historical data and the impact of civil wars on educational reforms, the chapter reveals a complex interplay between authority, societal upheaval, and the development of primary education systems.
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