Desiderius Erasmus Concerning The Aim And Method Of Education (1904)

Desiderius Erasmus Concerning The Aim And Method Of Education is a book written by William Harrison Woodward in 1904. The book is a compilation of the ideas and philosophies of Desiderius Erasmus, a renowned Dutch philosopher and theologian of the Renaissance period. The book explores Erasmus’ views on education, its purpose, and the methods used to achieve it. The author delves into Erasmus’ belief that education should be accessible to all, regardless of their social status, and that it should aim to develop a person’s character and morals, rather than just imparting knowledge. The book also examines Erasmus’ ideas on the importance of language in education, advocating for the study of Latin and Greek as a means of understanding the classics and developing critical thinking skills. Additionally, the book discusses Erasmus’ views on the role of the teacher in education, emphasizing the need for a teacher to be a guide and mentor rather than just a lecturer. Overall, Desiderius Erasmus Concerning The Aim And Method Of Education is a comprehensive exploration of Erasmus’ educational philosophy and its relevance in modern times.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.