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Four Essentials of Education

Four Essentials of Education

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General EducationGeneral Sociology

ISBN10: 1025667050
ISBN13: 9781025667058
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 212
Weight: 0.67
Height: 0.45 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Four Essentials of Education presents a foundational framework for meaningful and effective education, developed by sociologist and educator Thomas Jesse Jones. Grounded in the belief that education must serve the practical and spiritual needs of the community, the work identifies four key pillars essential for human development: health and sanitation, appreciation and use of the environment, the sanctity of the home and family, and the importance of recreation and religious life.

Jones argues that schooling should not be confined to abstract academic exercises but should instead be intimately linked to the social and economic realities of the individual. By examining these four essentials, the author provides a roadmap for educational reform that emphasizes community welfare and social progress. This work reflects the evolving educational philosophies of the early twentieth century, offering insights into the relationship between the classroom and the broader societal landscape. It remains a significant text for those interested in the history of educational theory and the role of pedagogy in fostering sustainable social development.

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