'Life is Too Short to Learn German': Modern Languages in English Elementary Education, 1872-1904.

Bayley, Susan N.

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ERIC Number: EJ384668

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Publication Date: 1989

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'Life is Too Short to Learn German': Modern Languages in English Elementary Education, 1872-1904.

Bayley, Susan N.

History of Education, v18 n1 p57-70 Mar 1989

Offers an account of the teaching of French and German in English elementary schools between 1872 and 1904. Argues that French and German became established in the curriculum during this period. Examines the decline of modern language study at the elementary level relative to the Board of Education's policy. (KO)

Descriptors: Board of Education Policy, Curriculum Design, Educational History, Educational Policy, Elementary Education, Foreign Countries, French, German, Politics of Education, Second Language Programs

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Historical Materials

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Language: English

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Identifiers - Location: United Kingdom (England)

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