In this previously unpublished essay, William W. Brickman complicates the traditional conception of the historical foundations of comparative education--that is, the role of Marc-Antoine Julian as a "father figure." The article examines influences on Julian (by Cesar-Auguste Basset's influential publications, for example) and discusses the methods…

This essay by William W. Brickman was first presented at the College English Association Institute for Liberal Education and Industry on April 5, 1955, and published a year later in Educational Theory (vol. 6, no. 4). The essay outlines Brickman's conception of what it takes to become a "quality teacher," a good teacher. He argues that the teacher…

Lists selected bibliographic references to works dealing with the aims, structure, nature, curriculum, problems, and issues of comparative education from an international perspective. Included are general works, monographs, single-country studies, educational histories, documentary collections, theoretical works, periodicals, reference works,…

A select bibliography of literature on the history, theory, practice, and problems of teacher education in various parts of the world is provided. (DE)

The book, periodical, and document references in this bibliography are grouped under the following headings: Historical Perspectives; Comparative and International Perspectives; General Works: U. S. and Foreign; Classical and Earlier Writings; Collections of Sources, Readings and Papers; Periodicals; Bibliographies; and Miscellaneous. (JH)

An historical survey of the Norwegian educational system is provided. Education in Norway is universal, pluralistic, and at government expense through the upper secondary school. Higher education has an open-door policy, and the tuition fees are very modest. (RM)

The cultural, educational, and intellectual development of Turkey is discussed. Emphasis is on John Dewey's effort in the 1920's to help the Turkish government advance the educational reform projected by Mustafa Kemal Ataturk as an integral element of his transformation of Turkey into a modernized, Westernized, secularized state. (RM)

Ludvig Holberg was an outstanding contributor to comedy and other branches of literature during the early 18th century. He advanced the movement later known as the Enlightenment, promoted the ideals of morality through humor and satire, and issued challenges to contemporary school and society. (RM)

The eminent eighteenth-century encyclopedia editor and French philosopher, Denis Diderot, exercised a powerful influence on thought and culture in Western and Eastern Europe. He was interested and involved in educational activities and ideas and contributed to pedagogical literature. His life, work, and educational thought are examined. (RM)

Discusses the life of Bengt Skytte, the Swedish supranationalist in education, science, and culture; the assumptions about knowledge upon which higher education policy in Sweden is based; self-evaluation in higher education; adult Swedish education; and new rules for study circles which are widely used in adult education in Sweden. (RM)

While Martin Luther is often regarded as an outstanding educator and his historical importance as a religious leader is indisputable, a closer examination of his writings on religion and education and his virulent anti-Semitism leave his status as an outstanding general educator open to serious question. (IS)

Examines Western European history from the Middle Ages through the eighteenth century to uncover the foundations of negative female stereotypes. Evidence of women's intellectual achievements throughout this historical period is offered to counter traditional stereotypes. (AM)

A comprehensive and representative collection of writings on the various aspects of comparative education which should be of invaluable assistance to students of Western European education by indicating to them the vast possibilities of research in this field. (Author/JB)