Description
Gerald Gutek’s Pestalozzi and Education provides a biography and analysis of the educational philosophy and practices of Johann Heinrich Pestalozzi (1746-1827), them most significant educator in the history of education. Placing Pestalozzi’s life and work in its historical context, Gutek examines the famous Swiss educator’s philosophy and method of education. Of special interest to contemporary educators is Pestalozzi’s emphasis on creating a school climate of emotional security in which children could learn without fear. Pestalozzi’s emphasis on sensory learning through the study of objects also anticipated process-based education. Gutek discusses how Pestalozzi’s work influenced the development of the kindergarten, object lessons, and progressive education.
