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Early Childhood Education Timeline

  • 1632 BCE

    John Locke (1632-1702)

    John Locke (1632-1702)
    (1632-1702) Locke believed that children are born as blank slates, ready to absorb whatever is given to them. Believed children experiences determine who they are. As of recent history, that learning should begin early. Children learn what they are taught.
  • Period: Nov 10, 1483 to Feb 18, 1546

    Martin Luther

    (1483-1546) Martin Luther pushed for universal education. He also was a promoter of the teaching of reading in schools. Martin also translated the bible so that people can be educated in their own language. Recent history would be pushed for universal education. Also public support of education.
  • Feb 18, 1546

    Martin Luther (1483-1546)

    Martin Luther (1483-1546)
    (1483-1546) Martin Luther pushed for universal education. He also was a promoter of the teaching of reading in schools. Martin also translated the bible so that people can be educated in their own language. As of recent history, he pushed for universal education. The teaching to reading to all children.
  • John Amos Comenius (1592-1670)

    John Amos Comenius (1592-1670)
    John said that education should occur through the senses. Though that early experiences formed what a child would be like. As of recent history, that sensory experiences support and promote learning. Also teaching/learning should process from easy to difficult.
  • John Locke

    John Locke
    John Locke believed that children's experiences determine who they are. Also said that children are born as blankets meaning ready to absorb whatever is given to them. As of recent history, children learn what they are taught. Also learning should begin early.
  • Jean-Jacques Rousseau (1712-1827)

    Jean-Jacques Rousseau (1712-1827)
    He believed that child is a child, not a small adult. He thought that hands-on learning was best. He also believed that children should learn from nature and should not be forced to do things. As of recent history, natural approaches to education work best (family grouping, authentic testing, and environmental literacy).
  • First public Kindergarten started in St. Louis/Susan Blow

    First public Kindergarten started in St. Louis/Susan Blow
    In September 1873, Susan Blow opened the first public kindergarten at the Des Peres School in Carondelet. She worked hard to give children a good start on education. As of recent history, I am not sure on how many kindergarten classes there are in the U.S. But she did leave a impact in education.
  • Garden of Children/Friedrich Frobel

    Garden of Children/Friedrich Frobel
    The Garden of Children was created by Friedrich Frobel. His beliefs is that children are unique with unique needs. He also created Froebel Gifts, which were educational toys made for children. As of recent history, there are thousands of educational toys that are available to children. Also children should have specific material to learn concepts and skills.
  • Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) 1965

    Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) 1965
    It was passed as a part of United States President Lyndon B. Johnson's "War on Poverty". Created in 1965 to help low income families to get education. It benefit schools in buying new and better material and updating facilities. It also created school lunch programs to help kids get a meal for the day. As of recent history, there was some alterations to Act. The No Child Left Behind Act was created in 2001.
  • Robert Owen (1771-1858)

    Robert Owen (1771-1858)
    He believed children's environments contribute to their beliefs, behavior, and achievement. He also believed that society can shape children's character. As of recent history, there is an importance of infant programs. Also early childhood education can reform society.