Monroe, Paul, 1869-1947

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Birth 1869
Death 1947

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Paul Monroe was a member of the faculty of Teachers College, columbia University from 1897 to 1935. Known for his pioneering research in the history of education, Monroe edited a seminal, multivolume work in the field, titled "Cyclopedia of Education" (1911-1913). Monroe was director of the School of Education at Teachers College (1915-1923) and director of the college's International Institute of Education (1923-1938). As director of the International Institute, Monroe trained international students for leadership positions in education and sponsored research on education in various countries, including China, Turkey and Puerto Rico.

From the description of Paul Monroe Papers, 1873-1970. (Columbia University in the City of New York). WorldCat record id: 252358376

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Subjects:

  • Education
  • Education
  • Comparative education
  • International education

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  • China (as recorded)
  • Turkey (as recorded)
  • Puerto Rico (as recorded)