The Rise of Universities (eBook)

The Rise of Universities

Charles Homer Haskins (Autor)

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2023
58 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
859-654777884-4 (EAN)

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In "The Rise of Universities," Charles Homer Haskins presents a comprehensive exploration of the evolution of medieval universities, positioning them as pivotal institutions in transforming education and thought during the Middle Ages. Haskins employs a scholarly yet accessible literary style, merging historical analysis with vivid narrative techniques to illuminate the complexities of academic life in an era characterized by societal upheaval and intellectual flourishing. He contextualizes the rise of universities within broader historical themes, including the revival of learning and the declining influence of monastic education, offering insight into how these institutions fostered critical thought and innovation. Haskins, a prominent American historian and a pioneering figure in medieval studies, was influenced by his academic environment and his commitment to illuminating the past. His extensive research into both the social and intellectual frameworks of the time led him to recognize the universities as significant catalysts for progress, shaping not just educational paradigms but also broader cultural movements. His expertise is evident in his thorough examination of various universities' development, including Bologna and Paris, and their implications for the future of education. I wholeheartedly recommend "The Rise of Universities" to anyone interested in the intersection of education, history, and cultural evolution. Haskins' work is essential for students, educators, and scholars seeking a deeper understanding of how universities have shaped intellectual discourse and societal development from the medieval period to the present day.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 15.12.2023
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► Mittelalter
• Themenwelt: Schulbuch / Wörterbuch ► Lernhilfen ► Allgemeines / Lexika
• Themenwelt: Sozialwissenschaften ► Pädagogik ► Schulpädagogik / Grundschule
• Schlagworte: Academic institutions • A Place for Everything • Charles Haskins insights • Cultural Transformation • Cynical Theories • Early learning centers • Educational advancements • educational impact • Foundations of higher education • history of education • History of universities • If All the Seas Were Ink • Intellectual development • master your emotions • Medieval Education • medieval society • Medieval universities • Scholarly communities • scholarly research • scholastic traditions • The Coddling of the American Mind • The Distance Learning Playbook • The Divine Nine • The Great Plague • University evolution • Unlimited Memory • Western Europe origins