Industrial Schools

During the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Europe and the United States underwent significant transformations due to rapid industrialization and urbanization. The mass production of goods such as steel, textiles, and energy became central to economic growth, driven by advancements like Sir Henry Bessemer'

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par Leonidas Wang

par Mariam Kolaghassi

par Nilani Surendran

par Michelle Josephine

Industrialization of society in Europe and the US during the late 19th and early 20th centuries
Mass production of goods like steel, textiles, and energy
Urbanization-movement of large numbers of people from the country to cities
Emphasis on skilled labor factory jobs, efficiency, and discipline

Implementation of mandatory schooling for boys and girls ages 6-12
Mass education
Emphasis on producing workers and voters with universal sets of skills
Mandatory attendance kept children occupied in the system and reduced juvenile crime

(1) the public should no longer remain ignorant

(2) that such education should be paid for, controlled, and sustained by an interested public

(3) that this education will be best provided in schools that embrace children from a variety of backgrounds

(4) that this education must be non-sectarian

(5) that this education must be taught by the spirit, methods, and discipline of a free society

(6) that education should be provided by well-trained, professional teachers

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