Theory of biological origin
Little Noel, a French sociologist, and Percy Neng, a British educator, believe that animals pass on "experience" and "skills" to the next generation based on the instinct of survival and reproduction, which is the initial form of education. However, Percy Neng further pointed out that this behavior was attributed to animal instinct, which denied the difference between humans and animals and the sociality of education.
Theory of psychological origin
American educator Monroe believes that education in primitive society is mainly achieved through simple and unconscious imitation. In primitive society, children's imitation of older members is the starting point of educational development.
Theory of labor origin
Beecher, Hill, Marx de Soto, plekhanov and other scholars believe that labor creates a demand for literary activities, and human activities set goals for certain needs. At the same time, labor is also an important content of literary description.