Education: How Old The New

Name: Education: How Old The New
Author: James J. Walsh

By James J. Walsh

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A collection of lectures that traces continuities in educational thought and practice, arguing that many supposedly modern innovations have deep precedents. The author analyzes the emergence of the university, medieval scientific instruction, and the development and regulation of medical education, then examines ideals of popular schooling, cycles and church influences in women’s education, and the origins of American educational institutions. The essays translate historical practices into contemporary terms and stress the reciprocal relationship between professional training and general collegiate education.

About the Author

James J. Walsh

James J. Walsh was an American physician, author, and historian known for his contributions to the fields of medicine and science. He wrote extensively on the intersection of Catholicism and scientific advancement, as seen in his notable work "Catholic Churchmen in Science [First Series]," which highlights the lives of Catholic ecclesiastics who played significant roles in the development of science. Walsh's other works, such as "Makers of Modern Medicine" and "Medieval Medicine," reflect his deep interest in the history of medicine and its practitioners. His writings often explore the relationship between religion and health, making him a key figure in the discourse on the historical contributions of the Church to scientific progress.