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Free School
First free school is opened in the United States. Although, most children were taught at home by their parents. At this time, much of what was being taught surrounded around farming. -
European Enlightenment
A big emphasis was put on science, philosophy, and human reason. -
Industrial Revolution
Education switched from farming to other jobs, so people were learning different things. Certain systems like the use of the bell were put in place to improve productivity. The bell system is still used today. -
Law Passed in Massachuesetts
All towns that have 500 or more families must have a public school for all children. -
Department of Education
Department was created to help start a quality school system for students. -
Progressive Education Association
Group is founded to improve education in the United States. -
Brown v. Board of Education
A court case ruling separating African American students from white students is not equal. -
Technology in the Classroom
Technology was first used in education in the 1960s. It was know as computer assisted instruction (CAI). This marks the start of a whole new learning style. -
Equal Opportunity Education Act
Schools must protect all minorities. -
No Child Left Behind Act
Students were required to be tested in reading and math.
