How Did Humanism Influence the Growth of Learning?
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Humanism influenced the growth of learning by considering how human factors such as personal motivation and positivity impact a student’s ability to learn. Humanism is a philosophy that originated during the Renaissance.
Rather than forcefully teaching students in strict conditions, as was the norm prior to the Renaissance, early humanists believed students learned better in supportive, encouraging environments. Humanists favored teaching in creative ways and giving the students freedom to choose what they wanted to learn.
Humanism also encouraged thoughtful questioning of religion and social norms rather than strident faith or blindly following people in power. Humanists encouraged both skepticism and curiosity.
