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The Status Of Pupil Transportation In Virginia, Archie G. Richardson
The Status Of Pupil Transportation In Virginia, Archie G. Richardson
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Pupil transportation is becoming a very important problem in public school administration. Recognizing this fact many states have passed legislative measures dealing with the subject, thus attempting to improve the educational opportunities for all children of school age. The various methods and means of transportating many children long distances involve many factors and require careful and wise planning on the part of local school boards and state officials.
Remedial Reading In The Junior High School, Martha E. Horner
Remedial Reading In The Junior High School, Martha E. Horner
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Teachers are constantly confronted with the problem of pupils who are retarded in reading. Many educators have given theories regarding this phase of education as to what teaching techniques shoudl be used to elminate poor reading habits. As a result, much confusion has arisen as to how to give instruction to poor readers. The writer attempts to show how reading was improved in a seventh grade.
Safety Education In The Public Schools, Ernest E. Lefforge
Safety Education In The Public Schools, Ernest E. Lefforge
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The beginning of man's invention of devices to prevent accidents is lost in the past, but their development in modern times preceded safety organizations and safety education.
Student Participation In School Control In The Junior High Schools Of Indianapolis, Indiana, Hattie M. Redford
Student Participation In School Control In The Junior High Schools Of Indianapolis, Indiana, Hattie M. Redford
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The adolescent period in life offers the most fertile field of opportunity for the development of good citizenship, but it requires leaders of ability, patience, and deep seated convictions to accomplish the task.
Problems For Solid Geometry, Goldia S. Repetto
Problems For Solid Geometry, Goldia S. Repetto
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The idea of preparing an exercise manual has grown throughout twelve years of experience in teaching solid geometry to classes, ranging in size from fifteen to thity-five students. During the depression, large classes necessitated constant revision of methods and materials. Interviews with former students and teachers concerning an improved course revealed a desire for a manual to supplement their textbooks.
Achievement And Aims In Junior High School Mathematics In Indianapolis, Paul I. Miller
Achievement And Aims In Junior High School Mathematics In Indianapolis, Paul I. Miller
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Many teachers of Mathematics in grades seven and eight, in Indianapolis, have expressed a desire for objective tests based upon each of the different units of work taught. They felt that with desirable tests they would be able to do a better piece of teaching, and that the pupils would benefit greatly from the use of such tests. This study was commenced in an effort to provide these needed tests.
The Rural Weekly Newspaper In Indiana As An Agent Of School Publicity, Allen K. Buchanan
The Rural Weekly Newspaper In Indiana As An Agent Of School Publicity, Allen K. Buchanan
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When any study of rural newspaper educational-publicity is contemplated, three objectives are imminent for consideration. This study, The Rural Weekly Newspaper In Indiana As An Agent Of School Publicity, is no exception.
Music As A Satisfying Expression To Pupils Slow In Academic Work, Alma P. Bolen
Music As A Satisfying Expression To Pupils Slow In Academic Work, Alma P. Bolen
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That music is a powerful, contributing agent in the development of a well-integrated, stable personality is a conviction which has been uppermost in my mind. With keen interest, I have followed the musical activities of my former pupils who are now in Crispus Attucks High School. It became apparent to me that many pupils whom I expected to enroll in a music class, failed to do so.
Educational Qualifications And Personality Characteristics Of The Grade Teacher Who Teaches Music, Harriett J. Wright
Educational Qualifications And Personality Characteristics Of The Grade Teacher Who Teaches Music, Harriett J. Wright
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The purpose of this thesis on the educational qualifications and the personality characteristics of the grade teacher is to ascertain whether or not the teacher is given adequate preparation for teaching music in her classroom. The research seems to indicate that comparatively little music training is given students preparing to teach in elementary grades. It is the author's desire that this thesis will bring to the attention of those in charge of teacher training curricula, the need for additional work in the field of music.