Throughout the reading the movement of common school was discussed. Children with diverse ethnic backgrounds and various social class and religions were taught in a common manner which thought that this would result in a decline in hostility among social groups. I find it interesting how we just discussed the topic today in class (2/28) of of whether we should be teaching one culture in the classroom setting. As common schools was used primarily to improve public morality and to end crime and poverty, many social groups believed this was the best way to control crime and social unrest..
This has me curious to know, what is the function of our schools today ?
I also found it interesting how passionate Horace Mann was for the role of common schools. He went from the profession of law to a higher calling in a field of endeavor that promised universal salvation. This reminds me of Obama’s state of the union address where he says if you want to make a change in the world become a teacher.
I just would like to know why do we lack the passion in our teachers today ?
