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The art of teaching is based primarily upon the science of
psychology. In this book the authors have sought to make clear
the principles of psychology which are involved in teaching, and to
show definitely their application in the work of the classroom. The
book has been written in language as free from technical terms as is
possible.
In a discussion of the methods of teaching it is necessary to
consider the ends or aims involved, as well as the process. The
authors have, on this account, included a chapter on the work of the
teacher, in which is discussed the aims of education.
The success or failure of the work of a teacher is determined by
the changes which are brought to pass in the children who are being
taught. This book, therefore, includes a chapter on the measurement
of the achievements of children.
Throughout the book the discussion of the art of teaching is
always modified by an acceptance upon the part of the writers of the
social purpose of education.
The treatment of each topic will be found to be based upon
investigations and researches in the fields of psychology and
education which involve the measurement of the achievements of
children and of adults under varying conditions.
Wherever possible, the relation between the principle of teaching
laid down and the scientific inquiry upon which it is based is
indicated.
Any careful study of the mental life and development of children
reveals at the same time the unity and the diversity of the process
involved.
For the sake of definiteness and clearness, the authors have
differentiated between types of mental activity and the
corresponding types of classroom exercises.
They have, at the same time, sought to make clear the
interdependence of the various aspects of teaching method and the
unity involved in mental development.
GEORGE DRAYTON STRAYER.
NAOMI NORSWORTHY.
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