The Colleges In War Time And After

A Contemporary Account Of The Effect Of The War Upon Higher Education In America (1919)

von Parke Rexford Kolbe

364 Seiten, Taschenbuch

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The Colleges In War Time And After: A Contemporary Account Of The Effect Of The War Upon Higher Education In America (1919) is a book written by Parke Rexford Kolbe. The book provides a comprehensive account of the impact of World War I on higher education in America. It covers the period from the outbreak of the war in 1914 to the aftermath of the Armistice in 1918.The book examines the ways in which the war affected colleges and universities across the United States. It explores the challenges that institutions faced, such as declining enrollment, faculty shortages, and financial difficulties. It also discusses the ways in which colleges and universities responded to these challenges, including the creation of new programs and the expansion of existing ones.Throughout the book, Kolbe provides a detailed analysis of the various factors that influenced the development of higher education during this period. He examines the role of government policies, the impact of the war on research and scholarship, and the changing attitudes of students and faculty towards higher education.Overall, The Colleges In War Time And After offers a fascinating glimpse into the history of American higher education during a time of great upheaval and change. It provides valuable insights into the challenges that institutions faced during this period and the ways in which they adapted to meet these challenges. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of higher education in America.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Themen: Gesellschaft und Sozialwissenschaften Pädagogik / Erziehungswissenschaften
• ISBN: 9781104485153
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 10.05.2009
• Größe: 229 x 152 mm
• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC