Document Type
Response or Comment
Publication Date
2013
Abstract
This response argues that it is reasonable to consider Thomas Jefferson a proponent of democratic education. It suggests that Jefferson's education proposals sought to ensure the wide distribution of knowledge and that Jefferson's legacy remains important to us today.
Publication Title
Democracy and Education
Volume
21
Issue
2
Recommended Citation
Neem, Johann N., "Is Jefferson a Founding Father of Democratic Education?" (2013). History Faculty and Staff Publications. 26.
https://cedar.wwu.edu/history_facpubs/26
Subjects - Topical (LCSH)
Democracy and education
Subjects - Names (LCNAF)
Jefferson, Thomas, 1743-1826
Genre/Form
articles
Type
Text
Language
English
Format
application/pdf
