William Chandler Bagley fu un educatore e redattore americano. Il suo lavoro si concentrò sulla riforma educativa e sulla metodologia didattica. Bagley sostenne il miglioramento della qualità dell'insegnamento e l'elevazione del prestigio della professione docente. I suoi scritti influenzarono il pensiero pedagogico del suo tempo.
In this educational treatise, William C. Bagley argues that educational institutions should place a greater emphasis on values and character development. Drawing on his extensive experience as an educator and administrator, he proposes a new model of education that prioritizes the moral and ethical development of students.
A foundational text in the field of educational philosophy, The Educative Process explores the relationship between teaching and learning. Bagley argues that the primary goal of education should be fostering intellectual growth, rather than social or vocational training. This book is a must-read for educators and policymakers alike.