American Education: Or Strictures On The Nature, Necessity, And Practicability Of A System Of National Education, Suited To The United States (1838)

American Education: Or Strictures On The Nature, Necessity, And Practicability Of A System Of National Education, Suited To The United States (1838) is a book written by Benjamin Orrs Peers. The book is a comprehensive analysis of the state of education in the United States at the time of its writing. Peers argues that the education system in the United States is inadequate and that a national system of education is necessary to address the shortcomings of the current system.Peers begins by discussing the importance of education in a democratic society, arguing that education is essential for the development of informed and responsible citizens. He then goes on to critique the existing system of education in the United States, which he believes is too fragmented and lacks a unified approach to teaching.Peers proposes a national system of education that would be overseen by a central authority and would provide a standardized curriculum to all students. He argues that such a system would be more efficient and effective than the current system, which is characterized by a lack of coordination and consistency.Throughout the book, Peers provides detailed examples of how a national system of education could be implemented, including the establishment of teacher training programs and the use of technology to deliver education to remote areas. He also addresses potential objections to his proposal, such as concerns about government overreach and the cost of implementing such a system.Overall, American Education: Or Strictures On The Nature, Necessity, And Practicability Of A System Of National Education, Suited To The United States is a thought-provoking and insightful analysis of the state of education in the United States in the 19th century, and a compelling argument for the need for a national system 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.