Archive for: August 2008

It is essential in a discussion of discipline that we agree as to just what discipline is. It is not mere silence. Silent “quietness” may be agreeable, but it certainly does not make for achievement. Such …

Discipline is one of the most pressing problems in the quorums and organizations of the class today. On every hand the complaint is registered that proper respect is not shown, either for those in important positions….

These chapters were invited to address a group of teachers on the subject of discipline. This particular lecture came toward the end of a series of lectures given on the various pedagogical truths underlying teaching. …

Of course, there is a place for all four of these types of questions. As was said relative to the methods of the recitation, the best method is a variety of methods. So with questions. …

The challenging question and the leading question are closely enough allied that we may well discuss them together. They are both intended to provoke creative thinking.

The leading question aims to capitalize …

The second type of question is the fact question. It serves to check up on mental alertness and recall. It is often helpful in arresting attention and therefore has a certain disciplinary function. The teacher, of …

First of all there is the Review question. The great purpose of this type of question is to systematize knowledge. Of course, it is valuable as an aid to recollection—it is a challenge to memory—but it …

How many questions do you ask regularly during a recitation?

What proportion of those questions are answered in full and complete statements?

How many of the answers to your questions …

As to the best time for making assignments, it is rather hard to give a ruling that best fits all cases. Preferably the assignment should grow out of the discussion of the lesson in hand, and therefore logically comes at …

A good assignment is characterized by several very definite features. In the first place it is perfectly clear. Given at a time when pupils are following it, it gives specific direction as to the work to be done ahead in …