Hadia Awan - LTED 380

This particular chapter of the book was quite interesting to read as it delved in detail to how education looked just a century ago. The concept of an “American” identity came about during this time period and the classroom was the main setting in which it was implemented and enforced. Immigrants were told to discard their language, culture, and traditions in order to assimilate into the new “American” culture and identity. Although it is important to adapt the cultural norms of the nation or state you live in, it is not necessary to forget where you come from.  Another important topic touched upon in this chapter was how immigrants were treated, especially those who were from certain parts of Europe, those who could not speak English, and people of color. The criteria for being “intelligent” was to be able to speak, understand, and write English. These intelligence tests, which we still see in the form of SAT and ACT testing, were not accurate even for those who speak English. It

  The reading for this module had very important information regarding the timeline of the public school system’s beginning. As I was reading, I was fascinated by how long it took for a proper public school system to emerge. It is interesting to think that everyone had their own form of education based on where they lived, who their parents were, and what they and the church leaders thought were important values and ideals to be taught. This system also made sense as children would learn vocational skills needed to survive and make a living while also learning to be humane and follow the rules and regulations of their religion. Religious practices usually teach people humility, kindness, and how to keep their soul clean. This ideology was thought to prevent crime and keep people in line. Also, the education differed based on social class. If a child was poor, they could only afford their parents and church leaders as teachers. However, a child from a more affluent family could afford s

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