The Educator: Prize Essays On The Expediency And Means Of Elevating The Profession Of The Educator In Society

by John Lalor

The Prize Essays On The Expediency And Means Of Elevating The Profession Of The Educator In Society is a book written by John Lalor and published in 1839. The book is a collection of essays that discuss the importance of elevating the profession of educators in society. The essays were written by various authors who participated in a competition organized by the Dublin Society for Promoting the Education of the Poor in Ireland. The authors explore the various ways in which the profession of educators can be elevated, including through improved training, better working conditions, and increased recognition and respect for their work. The book also discusses the role of education in society and the importance of providing access to education for all members of society, regardless of their social or economic status. The Educator is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of education and the role of educators in society.Also Authored By J. Simpson And Mrs. G. R. Porter.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.

548 pages, Paperback

First published October 4, 2013

About the author

Irish journalist and author.

In 1836 he left Ireland to work as an parliamentary reporter in London.

In 1837 he graduated with a B.A. at Trinity College, Dublin.

In 1839 Lalor obtained the prize of one hundred guineas awarded by the Central Society of Education for an essay on The Expediency and Means of Elevating the Profession of the Educator in Society.

Brought up as a Catholic, about 1844 Lalor joined the Unitarian church, and undertook the editorship of the Unitarian weekly paper The Inquirer. He himself contributed articles on the Factory Bill, Ireland, and on education. His last work for the press was Money and Morals: a Book for the Times, 1852, a portion of which was reprinted in 1864 under the title of England among the Nations.