Essays On The Higher Education

Essays on the Higher Education is a collection of writings by George Trumbull Ladd, an American philosopher and educator who was a prominent figure in the field of psychology during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The book is a series of essays that explore various topics related to higher education, including the role of the university in society, the relationship between education and democracy, and the importance of liberal arts education. Ladd argues that higher education should be focused on developing critical thinking skills and fostering intellectual curiosity, rather than simply providing vocational training. He also emphasizes the need for universities to be accessible to all members of society, regardless of their social or economic background. Overall, Essays on the Higher Education offers a thoughtful and insightful perspective on the purpose and value of higher education in modern society.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.