Jan Ligthart
Jan Ligthart | |
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Jan Ligthart in Sweden in 1916 | |
| Born | 11 January 1859 |
| Died | 16 February 1916 (aged 57) |
| Nationality | Dutch |
| Occupation(s) | Teacher and philosopher |
| Spouse | Marie Cachet |
| Parent(s) | Cornelis Ligthart Anna van Spall |
| Relatives | Juliana of the Netherlands (student) |
Jan Ligthart (11 January 1859 - 16 February 1916) was a Dutch teacher and philosopher. He became known for his innovative educational methods and the modernisation of the Dutch education system. He wrote many articles and books about education.