The History of Pedagogy

The History of Pedagogy by Gabriel Compayre is a comprehensive exploration of the evolution of education and teaching methods throughout history. Divided into four parts, the book covers the ancient world, the Middle Ages, the Renaissance, and modern times. Compayre examines the influence of prominent philosophers, educators, and religious leaders on pedagogy, including Plato, Aristotle, Confucius, and Rousseau. He also delves into the impact of social and political changes on education, such as the rise of Christianity and the Industrial Revolution. The book provides a detailed analysis of the development of educational institutions, from the first schools in ancient Greece to the modern university system. Compayre also discusses the role of teachers and their changing status throughout history. The History of Pedagogy is a valuable resource for educators, historians, and anyone interested in the history of education.1899. The history of pedagogy is a necessary introduction to pedagogy itself. It should be studied, not for the purposes of erudition or for mere curiosity, but with a practical purpose for the sake of finding in it the permanent truths which are the essentials of a definite theory of education.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.