Horace Mann Knowledge Theory

Have you ever wondered what exactly makes a good teacher? Is it the caring nature that inspires students to learn? Or is it the teachings itself that drive students to learn more? Horace Mann, the father of education, had theories of his own on what makes a worthy teacher and a successful learning environment. He believed that knowledge was a powerful tool that should be given to everyone and that knowledge was an equalizer for mankind. Mann also argued that a good teacher, ought to fit very specific criteria in order to be successful. Overall, I agree with Mann’s points on the power of education. However, I do not agree with all of Mann’s theories. I would argue that most of Mann’s teachings are still relevant and ring true in 2016, but we

It allows students to think differently and creatively while allowing them to see how they can change the world. Horace Mann’s knowledge theory promotes this idea. For example, Mann argued that practical knowledge is a tool that everyone was entitled to and that it was incredibly powerful. Mann explained that practical knowledge is what helps people compete in society (fairly). Knowledge helps people excel and change classes in society. It gives people a chance to contribute to society in a positive way. In many ways, Mann argued that it was a form of justice. For instance, Mann thought that once you learn to read and write, the world becomes filled with endless opportunities. I fervently agree that we still see Mann’s knowledge theory at work in today’s society. Many people have fought for the right for education and one way it has been enforced is through the no child left behind act. In order to change the world, we have to educate the students because they are our

Mann believed that the best people to teach were females. Females, he argued, contained a nurturing instinct that is needed in order to teach students. I vehemently disagree. In order to be a good teacher, being passionate is the key to success. It is imperative that you love what you do and that passion will seep into your work. Whether you are a man or a woman, it is important to love your job and you can see just how much the world will change because of that. Mann’s theory of transmission does not apply in today’s society. There are many male teachers that are excellent and have left a strong and positive outlook on students. While men are still outnumbered in this field, it does not mean it is due to a lack of competency. It merely means that although we have come far, we still have a long way to go in breaking down gender roles and