Spread the loveAs an educator, it’s important to understand what schooling used to look like and how far it’s come. Do you know the details of the journey that America’s schools have undergone? Below, we answer nine common questions about how education in the U.S. has developed over the years. 1. What were the educational practices of the early settlers in the New England Colonies? The first settlers in New England, the Pilgrims and the Puritans, established schools that focused on religious education. Most students were boys. The first education laws were passed in the 17th century, stipulating that each … Continue reading The Fascinating Answers to 9 Common Questions About the History of American Education