On The Best And The Worst Methods Of Teaching Geography: A Short Lecture To Schoolmasters (1869)

Meiklejohn, John Miller Dow

ISBN 10: 116481916X / ISBN 13: 9781164819165

Published by Kessinger Publishing, 2010

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: On The Best And The Worst Methods Of Teaching Geography: A Short Lecture To Schoolmasters (1869)
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Publication Date: 2010
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 116481916X
• ISBN 13: 9781164819165
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

On The Best And The Worst Methods Of Teaching Geography: A Short Lecture To Schoolmasters is a book written by John Miller Dow Meiklejohn and published in 1869. The book is a lecture that provides insights into the best and worst methods of teaching geography to students. Meiklejohn, who was a Scottish educator, believed that geography is an important subject that should be taught effectively to students. In the book, Meiklejohn discusses the different approaches to teaching geography, including the use of maps, globes, and textbooks. He also highlights the importance of incorporating practical applications of geographic knowledge, such as field trips and hands-on activities, into the teaching process. Meiklejohn emphasizes the need for teachers to engage students in the learning process and to make geography interesting and relevant to their lives. He also warns against the use of rote memorization and superficial teaching methods that fail to instill a deep understanding of the subject. Overall, On The Best And The Worst Methods Of Teaching Geography: A Short Lecture To Schoolmasters is a valuable resource for educators looking to improve their teaching of geography and inspire their students to become lifelong learners.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.