Massachusetts Normal School

Massachusetts Normal School was an educational institution established in the 19th century to train teachers. "Normal Schools" were schools dedicated to preparing future teachers with the skills and knowledge needed for effective classroom instruction. The Massachusetts Normal School, founded in 1839, later evolved into what became the University of Massachusetts Boston. It played a key role in professionalizing teacher education in the state and contributed to the development of public higher education in Massachusetts. The school's focus was on practical training, educational theory, and pedagogy, helping shape quality educators for Massachusetts schools.