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Robert Lowe and Education

[by] D. W. Sylvester

(Cambridge texts and studies in the history of education)

Cambridge University Press, 1974

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Bibliography: p. [228]-236

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Description

A study of Robert Lowe (1811-1892), a philosophical radical in the utilitarian tradition, educationalist and politician. He held a number of government positions, and as vice-president of the Committee of Council on Education (1859-1864) he introduced the controversial 'payment by results' scheme, 'results' being measured by examinations and constituting the pre-condition for the payment of State grants. Mr Sylvester assesses Lowe's career and political importance, and argues for a reconsideration of his somewhat reactionary reputation.

Table of Contents

  • List of tables
  • Preface
  • List of abbreviations
  • Introduction
  • 1. Biographical sketch
  • 2. Political and social philosophy
  • 3. The genesis of payment by results
  • 4. The purposes of the Revised Code
  • 5. The effects of the Revised Code
  • 6. The 1870 Act
  • 7. Secondary education
  • 8. Curriculum reform
  • 9. University education
  • 10. Lowe and the Science and Art Department
  • Conclusion
  • Select bibliography
  • Index.

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