Laggards in Our Schools: A Study of Retardation and Elimination in City School Systems (1909)

Laggards In Our Schools: A Study Of Retardation And Elimination In City School Systems (1909) is a book written by Leonard Porter Ayres. The book is a detailed study of the problems of retardation and elimination in city school systems. Ayres examines the reasons why some students fall behind in their studies and eventually drop out of school. He also looks at the impact of these problems on the education system as a whole. The book is based on extensive research and includes statistical data and analysis. Ayres suggests various solutions to address the problems of retardation and elimination, such as better teacher training, more individualized instruction, and the use of psychological testing to identify students who need extra support. The book is an important historical document that sheds light on the challenges faced by urban schools in the early 20th century, and it remains relevant today as educators continue to grapple with issues of student retention and academic achievement.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.