H.M.I.: Some Passages in the Life of One of H.M. Inspectors of Schools (eBook)

Enriched edition. Inside the World of School Inspectors: An Educational Journey

E. M. Sneyd-Kynnersley (Autor)

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2022
240 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
406-406642834-1 (EAN)

Infos

In "H.M.I.: Some Passages in the Life of One of H.M. Inspectors of Schools," E. M. Sneyd-Kynnersley provides a compelling memoir that chronicles the intricacies and challenges of educational oversight in Victorian England. The book is characterized by its reflective narrative style, blending personal anecdotes with incisive social commentary, thus painting a vivid picture of the educational landscape of the time. Through detailed observations and interactions with teachers and pupils alike, Sneyd-Kynnersley sheds light on the evolving role of school inspectors and the impact of educational reforms. His writing encapsulates a pivotal moment in British educational history and illuminates the complexities of pedagogical practices in a rapidly changing society. E. M. Sneyd-Kynnersley served as a school inspector during a transformative period for education in Britain, influenced by the exigencies of the 19th-century social reform movements. His unique position afforded him the opportunity to witness firsthand the trials faced by educators and pupils, as well as to understand the systemic challenges inherent in the schooling system. This background imbues his work with authenticity and depth, offering readers an insider's perspective on the intricacies of educational policy and practice during this critical era. For readers fascinated by the interplay of education, reform, and societal expectations, "H.M.I." is a vital resource that adds richness to our understanding of historical educational practices. Sneyd-Kynnersley's engaging narrative invites educators, historians, and anyone interested in the evolution of schooling to explore the multifaceted dynamics of the inspector's world, making this book a thought-provoking and essential read.

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Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 21.8.2022
• Einführung: Connor Ashford
• Mitarbeit: Kommentare: Connor Ashford
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Schulbuch / Wörterbuch ► Lernhilfen ► Allgemeines / Lexika
• Themenwelt: Sozialwissenschaften ► Pädagogik ► Allgemeines / Lexika
• Schlagworte: british authors • British schooling practices • bureaucratic challenges education • Early 20th Century • Education • educational history narrative • Educational Reform • educational reform insights • Education history • Education system • Great Britain • historical school experiences • history of education • inspector role education • Literary Biography • personal anecdotes education • public domain ebook • school administration • school inspection memoirs • school inspector • teacher student interactions • victorian era literature • workplace memoir