Traces the career of Pauline Kermogard, a major figure in preschool education and children's advocacy in 19th- and early 20th-century France. Describes her strong personality; upbringing, education, and politics; appointment as Inspector General of Preschools; and her commitment to the radical transformation of these institutions to promote…

Reviews the life and accomplishments of Ralph Bunche, winner of the 1950 Nobel Peace Prize for his mediation in the first Arab-Israeli war. The focus is on Bunche's higher education, from undergraduate work at the University of California, Los Angeles, through his graduate work at Harvard. (SLD)

Profiles the life of Willard Kimball, who, although neither a performer nor teacher, founded a successful conservatory, the University School of Music, in Lincoln in 1894 that was affiliated with the University of Nebraska, recruited an outstanding faculty, and contributed to Lincoln's cultural life by bringing in famous musicians. (SV)

Presents the life and work of Calvin Brainerd Cady, an influential U.S. music educator who developed a theory of music education that emphasized the unification of children's thoughts and feelings. Discusses Cady's educational practices in depth and how his work remains relevant to current music-education practices. (DSK)

Paulo Freire and Lorenzo Milani are considered as key figures in a number of Southern European countries for providing signposts for a critical approach to education. In this paper I will view their ideas and biographical trajectories comparatively to glean some important insights for a critical pedagogy. The common theme throughout this…

Charles Trevelyan's contributions as a member of the General Committee of Public Instruction to bring English-style education and Christianity to India is examined. Emphasis is placed upon his organizing role and attempts to secure publicity for his reforms. (DE)

A tribute to William A. Brownell is given along with a brief sketch of his academic career and professional activities and selected references illustrating his philosophy of education and research. (MN)

This brief biography of Marion Talbot (born in 1858) touches on her interest in educating the consumer, her belief in equality between the sexes, her work as Dean of Women at the University of Chicago, and her research. Talbot was concerned about the changes urbanization, industrialization and technology were making. (Author/JEL)

Claims Edgar B. Gordon's most unique contributions were his highly influential but less publicized involvement with radio instruction in music. Traces Gordon's professional development, details his radio involvement, and analyzes his instructional techniques and materials. (Author/BSR)

An essential resource for all students and scholars of early childhood education, this book offers a rich array of material about Maria Montessori and the Montessori Method. Distinguished education scholar Gerald Gutek begins with an in-depth biography of Montessori, exploring how a determined young woman overcame the obstacles that blocked her…

This paper recounts the story of education pioneer Sarah Winnemucca (1844-1891), a self-educated Northern Paiute Indian who spent her life trying to improve the living conditions and education of the Paiutes. Most of what is known about Sarah comes from her autobiography, "Life among the Piutes: Their Wrongs and Claims," first printed…

Viktor Lowenfeld's role in fashioning a predominant ideology and teaching method for art education in schools is an indispensable chapter in the history of art education. His contributions are discussed in this special issue. (RM)

The writings, teachings, scholarship, and contributions of Henry Johnson, considered the "foremost leader in the development of the teaching of history and social studies as a field of specialization" are discussed. (PN)