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About The Book: What Is and What Might Be: A Study of Education in General and Elementary Education in Particular by Edmond Holmes explores the nature, purpose, and potential of education. Holmes critiques traditional rote learning and advocates for a more child-centered approach that nurtures creativity, critical thinking, and moral development. Focusing on elementary education, he emphasizes the importance of understanding children’s individual needs and encouraging holistic growth. The book influenced progressive educational reforms, promoting education as a means to develop well-rounded, thoughtful individuals. About The Author: Edmond Holmes (1850–1936) was a British educator, writer, and philosopher known for his progressive views on education and child development. He advocated for a more humane and student-centered approach to learning, emphasizing creativity, individuality, and moral growth over rigid discipline. Holmes authored several influential books on education and philosophy, contributing to debates on schooling reforms in the early 20th century. His ideas helped shape modern educational theory and practice The Title 'What is and what Might be: A Study of Education in General and Elementary Education in Particular written/authored/edited by Edmond Holmes', published in the year 1912. The ISBN 9789371698207 is assigned to the Paperback version of this title. This book has total of pp. 314 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is Education. Size of the book is 13.34 x 21.59 cms.