The Road to Life An Epic of Education 1st Edition by Anton Semenovich Makarenko ISBN 089875559X 9780898755596 by Anton Semyonovich Makarenko 089875559X instant download after payment.

The Road to Life An Epic of Education 1st Edition by Anton Semenovich Makarenko - Ebook PDF Instant Download/Delivery: 089875559X, 9780898755596
Full download The Road to Life An Epic of Education 1st Edition after payment

Product details:

ISBN 10: 089875559X 
ISBN 13: 9780898755596
Author: Anton Semenovich Makarenko

This is volume two of a three volume set.

Anton Semyonovich Makarenko, Russian educator and novelist, was born on March 13, 1888, in the town of Belopolye, in Kharkov Gubernia, the Ukraine. Besides being a remarkable teacher, he was a profound theoretician and made a major contribution to Soviet pedagogics.

Makarenko was an innovator. He worked out a new and original approach to the methodological foundations of pedagogy, a new theory of discipline - the "discipline of combating and surmounting difficulties" - and a system for the building of character. He laid great stress on the importance of home upbringing, and gave many valuable instructions in this field. To him we owe the first detailed elaboration of the educational significance of the collective. Another innovation was his remarkably profound "system of perspectives," the essence of which he defined in the following words: "Man must have something joyful ahead of him to live for. The true stimulus in human life is the morrow's joy."

The Road to Life, in which Makarenko describes life in the Gorky Colony (or, more correctly, the building-up of the colony), and his pedagogical system, was begun in 1925 and completed in 1935, Maxim Gorky much admired this book, which he called "one of the best examples of Soviet literature.

The language of the book is vivid, full of imagery, truth and humor, and gives subtle psychological descriptions of the pupils and teachers in the colony. Gorky said that Makarenko "knew how to describe each colonist in a few words, with photographic fidelity."

The Road to Life An Epic of Education 1st Table of contents:

Part I: The Origins of the Colony (1920-1922)

• Chapter 1: The First Steps
  • The chaotic aftermath of the Russian Civil War.
  • The establishment of the Gorky Colony in a dilapidated estate.
  • Makarenko's initial isolation and lack of resources.
  • The arrival of the first few delinquents: their backgrounds and initial defiance.
• Chapter 2: The Battle for Order
  • Confronting theft, insubordination, and violence among the colonists.
  • Makarenko's struggle to establish discipline and a routine.
  • The early failures and despair of the educators.
  • The first small victories in gaining trust and cooperation.
• Chapter 3: Searching for a Method
  • Rejection of traditional punitive and purely liberal approaches.
  • The gradual realization of the power of collective responsibility.
  • Early attempts at self-governance and shared labor.
  • The development of "collective action" and shared purpose.
• Chapter 4: The First Glimmers of Success
  • The introduction of productive labor (agriculture, crafts).
  • The formation of "detachments" (squads) and their role in self-discipline.
  • Early signs of transformation in individual colonists.
  • Establishing initial relationships with local authorities and the outside world.

Part II: Building the Collective (1922-1924)

• Chapter 5: Expanding the Family
  • Increase in the number of colonists and educators.
  • Challenges of integrating new, often more hardened, arrivals.
  • The growing pains of a developing collective.
  • Introduction of more complex economic activities.
• Chapter 6: The System Takes Shape
  • Formalization of the "Commander's Council" (Совет командиров) – the core of self-governance.
  • Elaboration of the system of duties, honors, and consequences.
  • The role of "traditions" and internal rituals in strengthening the collective spirit.
  • Addressing issues of individual personality within the collective.
• Chapter 7: Facing External Pressures
  • Interactions with Soviet bureaucracy and inspections.
  • Conflicts with some educational theorists (the "pedologues") who criticized Makarenko's methods.
  • Financial struggles and resourcefulness in securing necessities.
  • Maintaining the colony's independence and unique identity.
• Chapter 8: Developing Responsibility and Patriotism
  • Connecting the colony's work to the broader Soviet society.
  • Fostering a sense of pride in collective achievement.
  • The importance of military-style discipline and a sense of "honor."
  • Stories of individual colonists' growth and transformation through responsibility.

Part III: The Flourishing Years (1924-1926)

• Chapter 9: Productive Labor and Economic Independence
  • The colony's move towards self-sufficiency through various enterprises.
  • Developing skills: carpentry, tailoring, farming.
  • The pedagogical value of productive work and earning.
  • Managing shared resources and income.
• Chapter 10: Culture, Art, and Personal Development
  • The introduction of amateur dramatics, music, and literature.
  • The role of aesthetics in moral and personal growth.
  • Developing intellectual curiosity and a love for learning.
  • Individual success stories in academic and artistic pursuits.
• Chapter 11: The Pedagogical Collective
  • The challenges and rewards of building a cohesive team of educators.
  • Makarenko's leadership style and his relationship with his staff.
  • The constant process of learning and adapting pedagogical strategies.
  • Dealing with internal conflicts and ideological differences among educators.
• Chapter 12: Preparing for Adulthood
  • The process of colonists graduating and entering society.
  • Their successful integration into factories, universities, and military service.
  • Measuring the long-term impact of the Gorky Colony.
  • Reflections on the "finished product" of the collective education.

People also search for The Road to Life An Epic of Education 1st:

the road to life
    
the road to life church
    
how does the man die in the road
    
life on the road meaning
    
what is the message of the road

Tags: Anton Semenovich Makarenko, Epic, Education