Published: Jan. 10, 2013
Words: 77,094 (approximate)
Language: English
ISBN: 9781301105700

Short description

An account of the life and ideas of the holistic Ukrainian educator Vasily Sukhomlinsky. This study introduces English speakers to the work of a very signficant educator, who has influenced the practices of many teachers in Ukraine, Russia, China and other parts of the world.

Extended description

Vasily Sukhomlinsky (1918-1970) was one of the most influential Soviet educators of the post-war period. His idealistic vision of human development and his deep love for children led him to develop a holistic system of education that emphasised the moral and aesthetic dimensions of a child's development, as well as the physical, intellectual and vocational. His school in the Ukrainian village of Pavlysh was visited by thousands of school teachers and his books were read by millions. Sukhomlinsky's ifluence has been immense in Ukraine, Russia and China. This major study presents Sukhomlinsky's work to an English-speaking audience.

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education, ukraine, holistic, educators, sukhomlinsky

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Review by: Richard Waters on Feb. 09, 2013 :
This book is a revelation to all those of us who saw the communist period in Russia as all about the repression of political freedom and independent thought. It shows that there were progressive thinkers who were more idealistic and willing to take action to model a different way of educating children.
Sukhomlinsky is brought to life by Alan Cockerill who has produced a very readable but thorough study of this neglected progressive educator from Russia. He writes about the importance of an education based on positive values including the idea of service to the community which takes up the more idealist side of communism rather than the Li
eninist/Stalinist interpretation and puts it into practice. There is a chapter on the Education of the Heart which to me really positions Sukomlinsky as a person of the spirit albeit on the humanist side of that dimension of human existence. There are so many practical ways in which Sukhomlinsky puts his ideals into practice that show that despite the welcome demise of the totalitarian regime of Russian Communism that there other social arrangements that can work apart from globalised capitalism.
(reviewed within a month of purchase)

Review by: Robert Weiss on Jan. 30, 2013 :
Alan Cockerill's revised book on Ukrainian educator, Vasily Sukhomlinsky, is a must read for any teacher interested in the humanist tradition in education. Dr. Cockerill offers a multi-faceted look at this educator and his philosophy. He provides critical biographical information as well as an insightful historical perspective to enable the reader to gain a better grasp of this outstanding educator. Dr. Cockerill portrays Sukhomlinsky as a teacher, who understood the complexities and variables in the educational process; Sukhomlinsky was a major innovator in recognizing the role of neuroscience, health, field trips, parental guidance, and working together in each child's development. Dr. Cockerill's book is a major contribution to international education, and brings to light the teachings of a unique educator. I cannot recommend this book too highly. Robert M. Weiss, translator of an adapted version of Sukhomlinsky's I Give my Heart to Children.
(reviewed the day of purchase)

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