Dickens As an Educator by James L. Hughes
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| Author | Hughes, James L. (James Laughlin), 1846-1935 |
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| Title | Dickens As an Educator |
| Note | Reading ease score: 67.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Dickens As an Educator" by James L. Hughes is an educational critique written in the early 20th century. The book discusses the educational philosophies and reforms championed by Charles Dickens, positioning him as a foremost advocate for child rights and a revolutionary figure in educational practices. Hughes explores how Dickens's novels served as integral lessons in pedagogy, promoting a compassionate approach to teaching that emphasizes understanding a child's nature and experiences. At the start of the work, Hughes articulates Dickens's profound impact on the education system of his time, highlighting his opposition to coercive discipline and the poor treatment of children in educational institutions. The opening section recounts Dickens's life experiences, leading him to challenge harsh educational methods and advocate for reforms like kinder treatment, the abolition of corporal punishment, and the recognition of a child's individuality. Hughes presents Dickens as not only a writer but a crucial educational theorist whose insights continue to resonate in contemporary discussions about child education and development. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Didactic fiction, English -- History and criticism |
| Subject | Dickens, Charles, 1812-1870 -- Knowledge -- Education |
| Subject | Education -- Great Britain -- History -- 19th century |
| Subject | Education in literature |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 37284 |
| Release Date | Aug 31, 2011 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 101 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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