Is Scotland Educated?

Originally published in 1936, and with more than a slightly tongue-in-cheek tone at times, the author of this book declares that Scotland is not educated but merely learned. This book does not deal with education in its narrowest sense: it ranges from the Kirk to Haggis, Tartans and Burns, Whisky and repressed sex in its discussion, proclaiming Calvinism as the root of most of Scotland's evils. Honest and at times provocative, this volume does give direct access to the emotional roots of Neill's feelings about Scottish education.

List of contents

1. Introduction 2. The Subject 3. Scots Learning 4. Creation and Possession 5. The Kirk and Education 6. Education and Sex 7. Scots Humour and Education 8. Edinburgh and St. Andrews 9. The Rural School 10. The Scots Who Fled 11. Psychology in Scotland 12. Scotland and the English Language 13. Health, Manners and Discipline 14. The Future 15. Book Review.

About the author

A. S. Neill founded Summerhill School, Suffolk, U.K and was a leading figure in the 20th Century movement for progressive, child-centred education.

Summary

Originally published in 1936, and with more than a slightly tongue-in-cheek tone at times, the author of this book declares that Scotland is not educated but merely learned.

Product details

• Authors: A. S. Neill
• Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd.
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 31.08.2023
• EAN: 9781032076263
• ISBN: 978-1-0-3207626-3
• No. of pages: 196
• Series: Routledge Library Editions: Scotland
• Subjects: Natural sciences, medicine, IT, technology > Geosciences > Geography; Non-fiction book > History > Miscellaneous; History, European History, HISTORY / Europe / General, HISTORY / Social History, Social & cultural history, EDUCATION / Educational Policy & Reform / General, EDUCATION / Philosophy, Theory & Social Aspects, Social and cultural history, Philosophy & theory of education, Educational strategies & policy, Philosophy and theory of education, Educational strategies and policy