Aristotle
Aristotle created a Lyceum, or an educational institution. His students learned natural sciences, politics, metaphysics, and ethics. He believed that all people shared the same intellectual passion. His belief in education was shaped by his philosophy and scientific theory. He wanted to answer the questions, “Why do human beings want to know”. Aristotle believed that schools should “develop and exercise students’ potential for reasoning; form ethical character; and provide a skill and knowledge base.
Aristotle divided schooling up into three stages: primary education, secondary education and higher education. Ages 7 to 14 attended primary education that developed skills related to reason and moderation. Ages 14 to 21 attended secondary school, which was influenced by the primary education so students could start learning intellectual development. During the years of 18 to 21, students participated in military drill and tactics. As long as the student was interested, at the age of 21 they could go for their higher education. This stage of development concentrated on reason and character. The higher education was only allowed for males because Aristotle believed women were intellectually incapable.
Aristotle divided schooling up into three stages: primary education, secondary education and higher education. Ages 7 to 14 attended primary education that developed skills related to reason and moderation. Ages 14 to 21 attended secondary school, which was influenced by the primary education so students could start learning intellectual development. During the years of 18 to 21, students participated in military drill and tactics. As long as the student was interested, at the age of 21 they could go for their higher education. This stage of development concentrated on reason and character. The higher education was only allowed for males because Aristotle believed women were intellectually incapable.