Unity and individuality in teachers training discussed
Mrs Anna T Boyd reflects on training school head critics who stressed efficiency and unity, contrasting with a Michigan normal school expert who valued happiness freedom and individuality. She warns against oversimplified math and language teaching and urges a balance where children enjoy cooperation yet think independently.
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Anna. T. Boyd
Arizonia
Michigan
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Gail Hildeere
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Johnny
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Construction Work as Core in Public Education
During World War II era the author argues construction work should be the central school subject. Seven principles guide hand and mind harmony, including using every creation, neat organization, trial and substitution, authentic making, varied expression, individual responsibility, and peer sharing to build self esteem and skill.
Manual Training and School Work United Through Craft
The article argues that shellac finished bowls vases tiles and other crafts link shop work to academics. It stresses improved reading writing math and observation as students design projectors and learn the lumbering industry while papers cite James Van Cleave on the advantages of rudimentary Manual Training. The piece ends with a reflection on personal growth and future success.
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James van Cleare
Manual Training Department Promotes Practical Woodwork
L J Miller outlines a school shop program focusing on hands accurate work rather than trades. Boys learn tool care, simple projects, furniture making, and wood finishing with emphasis on concentration accuracy and collaboration.
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L. J. Miller
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