Jan Ligthart (1859-1916) was a Dutch educator and philosopher who played a significant role in modernizing the Dutch education system [1].
Here's a summary of what we know about him:
- Lifespan: Born January 11, 1859, in Amsterdam – Died February 16, 1916 [2].
- Occupation: Teacher and philosopher [1].
- Known for: Innovative educational methods that helped modernize the Dutch education system [2, 4].
- Writings: Authored numerous articles and books on education [2].