During the colonial period of American Education, the thinking of some European philosophers such as Locke, Rousseau and Pestalozzi began to influence education. Which of the following is the most accurate description of their influence?
a. These philosophers emphasized memorization and recitation as "training for the mind."b. These philosophers emphasized the importance of first-hand experiences for children as the foundation for their education. c. These philosophers emphasized education for all citizens instead of reserving education for the wealthy elite. d. These philosophers emphasized differences between religion and education that contributed to establishing the principle of separation of church and state.