Jesuits and education: origin and keys to success (16th century)

Abstract

This article presents the 16th century political and religious framework, during which the Jesuits chose the educational path to influence the society of the moment. The role played by Ignacio de Loyola in the construction of the “Jesuit pedagogy” will be analyzed, and how the first Jesuits took the key elements of the Parisian learning environment and adapted them to create their educational project. Finally, the keys to the educational success of the Jesuits will be examined, which are still visible in schools and universities today.