A presentation at Chance in the History of Education in in United States by anturov
Education has not always followed planned reforms. The rediscovery of Aristotle’s works in medieval Spain reshaped universities. Misplaced manuscripts inspired Renaissance curricula. These coincidences altered knowledge, much like spinning slots or walking into a casino WinSpirit online, where chance changes the outcome.
Historians estimate that nearly 22% of curriculum reforms between 1200 and 1700 stemmed from accidental discoveries. On Reddit’s r/AskHistorians, users discuss “education by accident,” proving randomness shaped learning across centuries.