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Teach drawing that builds observation and practical skills in public classrooms
This edition presents a historical plan for teaching linear drawing in public schools, outlining how a simple, affordable approach can strengthen both moral and intellectual growth. It argues that drawing supports careful observation, curiosity, and the development of multiple faculties, while also offering a practical route to skilled work in arts, design, and related fields.
Structured lessons illustrate how to engage many students at once, with patterns, perspective, and geometry made accessible through guided practice. The material emphasizes value for teachers, students, and the broader aims of education, showing how drawing can be integrated into daily school life with modest time and cost.
- Foundations of drawing taught to large groups, with scalable classroom methods.
- Practical guidance on perspective, planes, vanishing lines, and proportional drawing.
- Connections between drawing skills and observation, invention, and moral development.
- Suggestions for curriculum framing, materials, and teacher roles, including female instruction.
Ideal for readers interested in the history of public education, art education, and early 19th‑century pedagogy.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book comprehensively explores the educational imperative of cultivating moral and intellectual awareness in citizens. The author draws parallels between private and public education, arguing that the latter is integral to a nation's progress. The author presents Linear Drawing as a valuable tool, emphasizing its influence on moral development and intellectual prowess. They posit that its practice promotes critical thinking, observation skills, and aesthetic appreciation, ultimately nurturing well-rounded individuals who contribute meaningfully to society. The author also discusses the importance of art in education, highlighting its role in fostering creativity, self-expression, and critical thinking. They provide a method for teaching Linear Drawing in public schools, demonstrating its accessibility and effectiveness in enhancing students' cognitive and imaginative faculties. By grounding the significance of Linear Drawing within the broader context of education and its impact on individual and national well-being, this book offers valuable insights for educators, policymakers, and anyone interested in fostering a well-rounded educational experience. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781333814489_0
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