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Abstract
Charles A. McMurry exerted a great deal of influence on elementary education and particularly in the field of elementary social studies. McMurry developed the concept of Type Study as part of his comprehensive view of elementary education, yet applied it most fully to elementary social studies. The Type Study evolved as McMurry attempted to apply Herbartian concepts to the unique educational environment of the United States. The Type Study incorporated components related to apperception, concentration, and correlation in an effort to provide organization and structure. The characteristics of Type Studies published by McMurry and his methods of advocacy through teacher training provide insight into the myriad of influences on the development of elementary social studies.