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Sep 18, 1546
Martin Luther lays the foundation for the Education of young children.
Mr. Luther believed it was a necessity for all children to learn how to read so he emphasized the importance of creating a school environment for them. He also Translated the Bible from Latin so that more people could read and understand it in their own language. -
John Amos Comenius Wrote the first picture books for children.
He believed that education of children should start as early as possible. He also believed strongly in the importance of sensory play because you can learn so much using your senses. -
Friedrich Wilhelm Froebel becomes the "father" of Kindergarten
Froebel compared children to seeds in a garden and believed that development happened through discovery and play. He thought that children learned at their own pace and when they were ready to learn it they'd be more successful. -
John Dewey becomes one of the most influential people in Early childhood Education.
Dewey's thoughts on teaching are still practiced today as he thought that education should be a process in life not a preparation for future life. He designed classrooms after children's home lives and thought that this kind of learning was best. He put all of the importance on the child not the program and that is why his work is still recognized. -
Maria Montessori changed the way people look at educational conflicts.
Montessori believed that mental deficiency was an education problem not a medical one. There are over 4000 schools in the world using the Montessori system. -
The Education of all Handicapped Children Act is created in 1975
This act made it a requirement to develop programs for all children with disabilities if the center would like to receive federal funds. This means that it ensures a free and appropriate education for all these children with handicaps. -
Jean Piaget starts the Constructivist Theory
Piaget was interested in how children learn and build connections in their brains so he studied and observed them. His findings included that children no matter who they are influenced by will always seek to learn and gain knowledge even when alone. -
The no child left behind act is created in 2001
This act makes it possible for teachers to administer standardized tests to children to make sure they are all on the same level and in age appropriate programs.