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Emile

Emile

Rousseau, Jean-Jacques

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Philosophy

Publisher Price: $27.99

ISBN10: 9370814418
ISBN13: 9789370814417
Publisher: Double 9 Books
Published: Apr 1 2025
Pages: 472
Weight: 1.19
Height: 1.05 Width: 5.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
Emile is a work that focuses on the principles of education and the development of a child's natural abilities. It critiques conventional education systems and the influence of society on a child s growth, arguing that children should be educated in alignment with their natural development rather than through artificial societal norms. The book explores the idea that children possess inherent goodness and potential that is often stifled by traditional methods of teaching. Rousseau emphasizes the importance of allowing children to learn through personal experience and direct engagement with the world around them. The work advocates for a nurturing, individualized approach to education that respects the child s unique nature and needs. The idea of developing the child s moral and intellectual faculties through experiential learning and guidance rather than rigid instruction is a core element of Rousseau's vision for education. Through this approach, the text highlights the importance of fostering a child s growth in harmony with their innate characteristics and developmental stages.

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