John Holt

John Holt was an American educator and author known for his influential ideas on education and learning. A key figure in the unschooling movement, he believed that traditional schooling often stifles children's natural curiosity and passion for learning. Holt advocated for a more personalized, student-centered approach, encouraging experiential learning and exploration. He argued that children learn best when they are free to pursue their interests at their own pace, rather than following a rigid curriculum. His books, such as "How Children Fail" and "How Children Learn," challenge conventional educational practices and promote a more humane and effective way of learning.