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Impact of Rush
Rush argued women should be educated so that they could raise educated sons. He founded one of the first women's academies in the U.S.: Young Ladies Academy of Philadelphia -
Common School Movement
I think this was one of the most important events in the history of Education because it was the first time people considered education as a right and something that should be provided by government. In the 1830, the Common School Movement brought about the first free, public schools. These schools were funded by local taxes and were closely aligned with religion.
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The Committee of Ten
The committee was a group of university level educators who made efforts to standardize curriculum. The promoted college preparatory classes and recommended that children be introduced to basic subjects early on. -
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Progressive Reform Movement
Fathered by John Dewey, the progressive reform movements suggested a new perspective be taken when educating students and designing curriculum. Progressive ideas include: emphasis in learning by doing (more student centered), focus on authentic activities and practical skills, concentration on problem-solving and critical thinking, and cooperative/collaborative learning. -
Measurement Movement
I think the Measurement Movement was one of the most important events in the history of education. It was a result, in part, of WWI and need to quickly determine a recruits aptitude and skill set. This movement created a scenario where students would now be compared to each other and created a tone in education where high stakes testing takes high priority.
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The Gary Plan
This tactic implemented in schools in Gary, Indiana involved a curriculum that kept students in motion.The school provided elective courses where students could learn trades and skills that would hopefully spark their interest or better prepare them for the workforce/homelife. -
Massachusetts Compulsory Attendance Law
The Massachusetts Compulsory Attendance Law was the first state mandate that required students to attend at least 3 months of school a year. The rest of the states would eventually adopt compulsory laws as a result. -
Brown vs. the Board of Education
I think this was one of the most important events in the history of education. The ruling of this case set the standard that education must be made available to all students, regardless of race, and that separate is not equal. This ruling instigated the integration of colored and white schools.
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Sputnik
A small global satellite was launched by USSR, starting the space race between the U.S. and the USSR. America's determination to explore space created an emphasis for math and science in schools. -
Civil Rights Act of 1964
The Civil Rights Act was one of the most important events in American educations's history. This act states that there can and will be no discrimination or segregation in government funded programs, education included. While the Brown vs. the Board case stated it was unconstitutional to segregate schools, many schools refused to integrate until this act was passed.
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Elementary and Secondary Education Act, 1965
This act offered funding incentives to influence integration of schools as well as granted $4 billion to aid disadvantaged students. It also was established to maintain Head Start. -
Individuals with Disabilities in Education Act, 1975
I think this Act was one of the the most important events in the history of American education. Before this act, many schools prohibited education of students who were deaf or blind or possessed physical/behavioral/intellectual disabilities. The Act required a free, public, and appropriate education be available to all students with disabilities or impairments.
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Nation at Risk Report
The Nation at risk report led to higher graduation requirements, standardized curriculum mandates, Increased testing for students and teachers, Lengthening of the school day and year, Increased emphasis on basic skills and technology, and an emphasis on forcing public schools to “compete”. -
School Choice Movement
Some parents felt that schools cared more about integration than about the quality of education and demanded that thier children be given a better, publicly funded education. Other parents wanted their children to be moved to schools that challenged them academically or were less violent. In this movement, parents and students were given the choice to attend public, private, or charter schools and not just the geographically closest one. -
No Child Left Behind, 2001
This act aimed to make sure that even disadvantaged students had equal opportunity to succeed. This act required the vigorous, routine testing to be administered to make sure all students were proficient and advancing through the curriculum. The act required that state outline exactly what students should master by the end of each school year.
