Johann Pestalozzi. Johann heinrich pestalozzi often referred to as one of the most influential modern educators was born in zurich switzerland in 1746. He lived to the age of 81.
He lived to the age of 81. He founded several educational institutions both in german and french speaking regions of switzerland and wrote many works explaining his revolutionary modern principles of. Pedagogy education and social justice.
Johann heinrich pestalozzi january 12 1746 february 17 1827 was a swiss pedagogue and educational reformer who greatly influenced the development of the educational system in europe and america.
His commitment to social justice interest in everyday forms and the innovations he made in schooling practice make pestalozzi a fascinating focus for study. He laid the foundation of the modern primary school. Johann heinrich pestalozzi january 12 1746 february 17 1827 was a swiss pedagogue and educational reformer who greatly influenced the development of the educational system in europe and america. 17 1827 brugg switz swiss educational reformer who advocated education of the poor and emphasized teaching methods designed to strengthen the student s own abilities.