The Elements of General Method (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Charles A. McMurry

9780484365581: The Elements of General Method (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0484365584 ISBN 13: 9780484365581

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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Explore how Herbart’s ideas shaped modern teaching and how to put theory into practice.

This edition examines the Herbart school’s key propositions, from grounding education in moral growth to the power of organized unity and meaningful materials. It shows how theory meets classroom practice through discussion, practice-schools, and careful selection of study materials.

The text outlines how correlation links different studies to the world and to the child’s mind, rather than keeping subjects in isolation. It also discusses how a well-structured sequence of topics can support mastery across subjects, while preventing rote learning. Readers will see how teachers can guide the inflow of new ideas, organize knowledge, and cultivate habits that influence students’ will and character.

Foundational ideas: growth in moral character, lasting interest, and unity across subjects.
Practical approaches: how practice-schools and seminars test educational theories in real classrooms.
Key terms: correlation, coordination, concentration, and apperception, and how they shape curriculum design.
Historical context: the role of Herbart and his disciples in shaping progressive education ideals.

Ideal for teachers, student teachers, and readers interested in the history and practice of education reform.

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