B7654 - Elementi di pedagogia, storia della scuola e docimologia 2 - fondamenti di storia della scuola e delle istituzioni educative

Academic Year 2025/2026

Learning outcomes

To develop knowledge and understanding of the major phases in the history of schooling and educational institutions in Italy and Europe.

Course contents

The course provides an introduction to the history of schooling, examining the origins and development of the school as a complex institution characterized by spaces, temporal structures, teaching tools, material culture, subjects, teachers, pupils, and parents. The course aims to foster historically informed and critical reflection, enabling teachers to develop a deeper awareness of the transformations that have shaped the contemporary Italian school system. The course aims to promote historically informed and critical reflection on the transformations that have shaped the contemporary Italian school system.

Readings/Bibliography

As no formal examination is required, students are encouraged to consult the following textbook for optional personal study: S. Santamaita, Storia della scuola. Dalla scuola al sistema formativo, introduction by R. Laporta, Milan-Turin, Pearson, 2021. Additional bibliographical references may be provided on the Virtual Learning Environment.

Teaching methods

Lectures designed to encourage student participation.

Assessment methods

Eligibility is granted solely based on attendance of class hours.

Teaching tools

Classroom lectures employ visual supports, including PowerPoint slides and/or audiovisual materials.

Office hours

See the website of Mirella D'Ascenzo