The Universities Of Canada, Their History And Organization: With An Outline Of British And American University Systems (1896)

The book titled ""The Universities of Canada, Their History and Organization: With an Outline of British and American University Systems"" is written by George William Ross and was published in 1896. This book provides a comprehensive overview of the history and organization of universities in Canada, as well as a comparison of the British and American university systems. The author, George William Ross, was a Canadian politician and educator who served as the Premier of Ontario from 1899 to 1905. He was also a professor of history and political economy at the University of Toronto, and his experience and expertise in the field of education is reflected in this book.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of the university system in Canada. The first chapter provides an overview of the history of higher education in Canada, from the early colonial period to the late 19th century. The following chapters discuss the organization and administration of universities, including topics such as governance, funding, and curriculum.One of the unique features of this book is its comparison of the Canadian university system with those of Britain and the United States. The author provides an overview of the key differences between these systems, including the role of government in funding and regulating universities, the structure of academic departments, and the emphasis on research versus teaching.Overall, ""The Universities of Canada, Their History and Organization"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and development of higher education in Canada, as well as a comparative analysis of different university systems.Appendix To The Report Of The Minister Of Education, 1896.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.