

#185 Project 1825
Oct 17, 2024
Adam Lotz, a historian and author of "Mr. Lancaster's System," joins the conversation about the curious history of American public education. He introduces Joseph Lancaster, an early edu-grifter whose self-taught schooling model promised free education. Lotz dissects the cyclical nature of educational reforms and critiques past efforts at privatization. They discuss the historical reluctance to fund equitable education, underscoring the need for renewed community engagement and state involvement in public schooling.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
The Rise and Fall of Joseph Lancaster's Educational Reforms
02:27 • 2min
The Paradox of Free Education: Historical Reflections
04:28 • 21min
Insights from Historical Education Reforms and Their Modern Implications
25:04 • 5min
Paternalistic Voluntarism in Education
30:19 • 4min
Engaging with the Audience: Feedback and Support
34:28 • 3min