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Diagnostic And Remedial Measures In Reading In The Intermediate Grades, Elsie Dickerhoff Thompson

Bachelors’ Theses

"The development of reading as a branch of study began with the Reformation. This widespread movement necessitated on the part of the common people a familiarity with the Bible, and as a result reading and writing were introduced into the elementary curriculum and training in them became general." The books used at this time contained only extracts from the Bible. They were religious in character. The German word for primer means "little Bible". This primer appeared in 1419. Schulte in 1532 published the A.B.C. books which he tried to make more interesting for children. Basedaw 1723-1790 aided by advocating the …

The Teaching Of Sixth Grade Reading And Its Significance, Lena M. Weltzien

Bachelors’ Theses

The program outlined in this paper includes a sequence of objectives that must be kept in mind by the Sixth Grade teacher in developing habits of reading and study in the pupils. Carefully selected subject matter is essential. Next is skill in methods of presentation, in order that the work of both teacher and pupil will be made more enjoyable and more effective. The child must be studied. Efficiency on the part of the pupils is the goal.

The Teaching Of Reading Affords One Of The Greatest Opportunities For The Development Of Character In The Junior High School, Dolores O. Johnson

Electronic Theses and Dissertations

This thesis, submitted to Xavier University of Louisiana in 1929, argues that reading instruction in the junior high grades should be oriented toward character development rather than mechanical skill alone. Johnson distinguishes between oral and silent reading, contending that silent reading had been comparatively neglected in schools despite making up the bulk of reading done outside the classroom, and examines factors affecting reading rate and comprehension, including vocalization, lip movement, and purposeful practice.

The thesis also addresses the use of literature to build character and citizenship, recommending variety in reading material, the use of class discussion and oral recitation to …

Catalog Of Annville Institute, Kentucky Library Research Collections

Research Collections

Annville Institute was located in Jackson County, KY in Annville, the town was once known as Chinquapin Rough. The high school was open from 1909 to 1978 and charged a nominal tuition in exchange for the students working for the school.

Ua100/2/1 Student Teacher Evaluations, Book 2, Part 1, Wku Training School

WKU Administration Documents

Student Teacher Evaluations Book 2, part 1 for the years 1918 through 1921.

Student teacher reviews exist for all grades and disciplines offered at the WKU Training School at the time. While there are slight differences in review format from one critic teacher to the next, student teachers were critiqued on their appearance, social efficiency and teaching efficiency. The critic teacher added some general remarks and gave a rating:

• E = excellent
• F = fair
• G = good
• V.G. = very good

This notebook has been divided into three parts for presentation on TopScholar in order to make downloads easier. …

Ua100/2/1 Student Teacher Evaluations, Book 2, Part 3, Wku Training School

WKU Administration Documents

Student Teacher Evaluations Book 2, part 1 for the years 1918 through 1921.

Student teacher reviews exist for all grades and disciplines offered at the WKU Training School at the time. While there are slight differences in review format from one critic teacher to the next, student teachers were critiqued on their appearance, social efficiency and teaching efficiency. The critic teacher added some general remarks and gave a rating:

• E = excellent
• F = fair
• G = good
• V.G. = very good

This notebook has been divided into three parts for presentation on TopScholar in order to make downloads easier. …

Ua100/2/1 Student Teacher Evaluations Book 2, Part 2, Wku Training School

WKU Administration Documents

Student Teacher Evaluations Book 2, part 1 for the years 1918 through 1921.

Student teacher reviews exist for all grades and disciplines offered at the WKU Training School at the time. While there are slight differences in review format from one critic teacher to the next, student teachers were critiqued on their appearance, social efficiency and teaching efficiency. The critic teacher added some general remarks and gave a rating:

• E = excellent
• F = fair
• G = good
• V.G. = very good

This notebook has been divided into three parts for presentation on TopScholar in order to make downloads easier. …

Columbia Male And Female High School Triennial Catalogue, Kentucky Library Research Collections

Research Collections

Catalog listing faculty and students of Columbia Male and Female High School under the care of Transylvania Presbytery