Record Of Mr. Alcott's School: Exemplifying The Principles And Methods Of Moral Culture (1874)

Record of Mr. Alcott's School: Exemplifying the Principles and Methods of Moral Culture is a book written by Amos B. Alcott and published in 1874. The book is a detailed account of Alcott's experience as a teacher at his own experimental school in Boston, Massachusetts, during the mid-19th century. The book provides a comprehensive insight into Alcott's educational philosophy, which was based on the principles of moral culture. Alcott believed that education should focus on the development of the whole person, including the moral and spiritual aspects of the individual. He emphasized the importance of cultivating a sense of community and social responsibility among his students, and encouraged them to think critically and creatively.The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a different aspect of Alcott's teaching methodology. These include the use of dialogue and discussion as a means of learning, the importance of nature and the outdoors in education, and the role of the teacher as a facilitator of learning.Record of Mr. Alcott's School is an important historical document that provides valuable insights into the development of progressive education in the United States. It is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the history of education, or in the philosophy of moral culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.