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The University Summer School of Methods.
A fee of $3.00 for Virginia teachers and $5.00 for teachers outside
of the State will pay for all courses offered in the School of Methods,
and teachers will not be restricted in the number of courses selected.
Virginia teachers are given the reduced price on account of the contribution
by the State toward the expenses of this school.
DRAWING.
Professor Blair.
Professor Grant.
Miss Slaymaker.
5. Drawing for Elementary School Teachers.—The details and adjustment
of the course will be determined by the instructors from day to day. In general
the course will cover the following topics: Flower Study—analysis and free expression,
ink painting, pencil and crayon handling in outline and mass (water color),
pictorial composition; conventionalization and translation—motifs and applications of
same for some definite purpose; landscape composition, in which the principles of
space division will be clearly demonstrated in charcoal pencil massing, ink washes
and water color; design composition—principles of balance, harmony of rhythm, color
and use; blackboard sketching; pose and figure study—use in the elementary schools;
still life study, with special attention to selection and placing, using charcoal crayon
pencil and water color, with application of same to picture making and design; demonstrations
and student work in constructions for primary grades; general application—
making and decorating various forms of booklets and magazine covers, laundry mats,
library desk furnishing, etc., and stenciling for mats, pillow tops, curtains, etc.
Text-Books.—The Prang system of drawing.
Section I. Daily, from 8:30 to 9:30; Section II. Daily, from 10:30 to 11:30. Miss
Slaymaker. Mechanical Laboratory, Room 2.
6. Drawing for Teachers of Primary and Grammar Grades.—In this
course instruction will be given in blackboard drawing, in which particular emphasis
will be laid upon drawing rapidly and accurately, in a bold, broad way, objects suitable
for class room practice and use. The mediums used will include chalk, charcoal,
water colors, crayola, and india ink. Mounted specimens of animals, birds, and
fishes from the Museum, to which access is given, afford a most valuable and interesting
variety of subjects for daily practice. Under the head of composition and
design, parts of plants and flowers will be studied, conventionalized and idealized.
Painting and water color will include such subjects and objects as are usually treated
in the common school course. Instruction in drawing will be combined with methods
of teaching.
Section I. Daily, from 4:30 to 5:30; Section II. Daily, from 9:30 to 10:30.
Professor Blair. Mechanical Laboratory, Room 1.
7. General Course in Drawing.—This course will include a study of nature
forms, object study, perspective, composition drawing, picture study, simple instrumental
drawing, etc. It will be the aim of the course to make the work very
practical.
Daily, from 12:15 to 1:15. Professor Grant. Mechanical Laboratory, Room 2.
EDUCATION.
Professor Hand.
Professor Kirkpatrick.
Professor Hart.
Professor Maphis.
Professor McMurry.
Professor Woodley.
Professor Payne.
7. Theory and Practice of Teaching.—This course is offered for teachers
in elementary schools. During the first two weeks, the class will study school management,
including such topics as the preparation of the teacher, daily schedule,
grading, tests, promotion, discipline, hygiene; during the second two weeks, the class
will study educational psychology, including instinct, interest, attention, habit, association,
memory, apperception, induction, deduction, will; during the third two
psychology.
Text-Books.—Seely's New School Management; James' Talks to Teachers; McMurry's
Elements of General Method.
Daily, from 4:30 to 5:30. Professor Heck. Cabell Hall, Room 5.
8. Grammar Grade Methods.—This course is a detailed consideration of
individual subjects. The aim of each subject and its essential topics and methods
of presenting each will be studied. Among such subjects will be those of grammar
grade language, composition, history, geography, and arithmetic.
Daily, from 12:15 to 1:15. Professor Woodley and Professor Payne. Cabell Hall,
Room 3.
9. Present Day Problems in Public School Work (Round Table
Conference).
First Week—Teaching children how to study. Professor McMurry.
Second Week—Some controlling ideas in teaching. Professor Kirkpatrick.
Third Week—The care of the school-child's health. Professor Heck.
Fourth Week—School hygiene. Professor Maphis.
Fifth Week—The course of study for elementary schools. Professor Woodley
and Professor Payne.
Sixth Week—Special methods of teaching the various subjects. A specialist in
each subject.
Daily, from 12:15 to 1:15. Cabell Hall Auditorium.
10. Rural School Problems (with special reference to one and
two-teacher schools).—This course will cover the practical questions of school
work. It will take up the following topics: How to open a school, how to close
a school, tardiness, irregular attendance, the bright boy, the slow child, the lazy child,
the stubborn child, leaving the room, getting water, forming a class, number of
classes to be taught, daily schedule, recesses, children's reports, examinations, tests,
reviews, sanitation, ventilation, light, heat, decoration of schools and grounds, and
all those everyday questions which confront the teacher. They will be treated from
the standpoint of the rural school teacher, but the work will be governed by the
interests of the class. The question box will be made a special feature.
Daily, from 2:30 to 3:30. Professors Hand, Hart, and Maphis. Cabell Hall,
Room 5.
ELEMENTARY ENGLISH.
Miss Andrews.
8. Elementary Language.—This course is planned to give teachers of the
elementary schools a brief, concentrated study of the essentials of matter and method
for the language work of all grades above the primary. The topics discussed will
include the following: The purpose and plan of language study; vital points in language
teaching; language environment; relation of language to other subjects; the
child's own activities and experience as a basis for language work; language and
character; language and the community; the teacher of language; literature and
language; English for rural schools; importance of oral language training; types
of oral lessons—conversation lessons, picture lessons, the study of stories, memorizing
poems, dramatization, the correction of common errors of speech; spelling and word
study; the course of study in language; the function and types of written work;
how to secure better written work. The treatment of these topics will be practical
and suggestive, rather than theoretical.
Text-Books.—Hyde's Two Book Course in English, Book I; Emerson and Bender's
Modern English, Book I. It is recommended that any series of language books, and
professional works on teaching language, be brought for reference.
Daily, from 8:30 to 9:30. Cabell Hall, Room 2.
9. Elementary Grammar.—This course aims primarily at giving teachers a
deeper, surer knowledge of the subject matter of grammar, and those completing
the work satisfactorily should find themselves thoroughly prepared for the State
examination in this subject. The instruction will cover the work of the seventh
and eighth grades. Language will be considered mainly from the functional side,
and presented so as to provide training in the actual process of thinking. There
will be a condensed study of the essential features of descriptive grammar, with
especial emphasis upon the more difficult points—the abstract noun, the comparison
of adjectives, the function of case, the personal pronoun, all phases of analysis, and,
above all, the verb and the verbals. Frequent touches of comparative and historical
grammar will be employed for the sake of the new light and interest to be gained
therefrom. There will be, in addition, some consideration of the historical development
grammar in the elementary schools, the relation of grammar to language work, and
grammar as a record of usage rather than a law of usage.
Text-Books.—Hyde's Two-Book Course in English, Book II; Emerson and Bender's
Modern English, Book II.
Section I, Daily, from 10:30 to 11:30; Section II, Daily, from 12:15 to 1:15.
Cabell Hall, Room 2.
GAMES.
Miss Hofer.
Miss Pickett.
This course is offered as the natural complement of the courses given in music,
story telling and physical training and it is urged that every student in these subjects
avail themselves of the instruction here offered. The course will be divided into
two heads: Organized playschool room games and exercises, action stories from
literature, nature study, industry, civic life and history, marches, etc., and the
physical and æsthetic value of games; folk games and dances, illustrated by English,
German, Swedish, French, and American singing games and dances, and their
racial and national significance and recreative and social uses. Games will be
played in the evening on the lawn, and a Fourth of July pageant will give point
to the larger meaning of this subject. Printed programs and lists of games, with
bibliography, will be furnished.
Daily, from 10:30 to 11:30. Cabell Hall Auditorium.
GEOGRAPHY.
Professor Carney.
3. Primary and Grammar School Geography.—This course is designed
to meet the needs of teachers of primary and grammar grades. Subject matter and
methods of presentation will be given attention from the standpoint of general
geographic principles and of good geography teaching, emphasizing particularly the
life relations. The course will also consider the application of "type studies;" the
use of supplementary reading; field trips; the extent to which commercial geography
should be taught in the grammar grades; the best aids in teaching-maps, globes,
models, pictures, etc.
Text-Book.—The course will be based on Frye's Geographies.
Daily, from 10:30 to 11:30. Rotunda, Room 4.
HISTORY.
Professor Chandler.
6. Virginia History.—In this course the principle facts in the history of Virginia
will be reviewed, the purpose being to deepen and strengthen the knowledge
of teachers who are preparing for examination in this subject.
Daily, from 12:15 to 1:15. Rotunda, Room 3.
MANUAL TRAINING.
Professor Crawford.
Mr. Crawford.
Mr. Metcalf.
3. Hand Work for the Elementary Grades.—This is a comprehensive
course in handwork especially adapted to the needs of the elementary grade teacher,
or of the supervisor, with problems for each grade, embracing work in paper weaving,
cutting and folding, native material basketry, clay modeling, pottery, loom construction
and rug weaving, knife work, and bent iron.
Section I, daily, from 9:30 to 10:30; Section II, daily, from 10:30 to 11:30; Section
III, daily, from 2:30 to 3:30. Rouss Physical Laboratory, Room 17.
Note.—A fee of one dollar and twenty-five cents will be charged for materials.
Credit.—Students desiring professional credit must register and pay a fee of five
dollars for this course and have the fact so noted upon the registration card before
entering the class.
MATHEMATICS.
Professor Collier.
Professor Hart.
Mr. Smith.
Professor Woodley.
9. Methods in Arithmetic.—This class will not be given subject matter. It will
be presumed that the students are familiar with all the subject matter of arithmetic,
and effort will be made to give the class methods, and devices, which can be used
in presenting the subject to a class. The first two weeks will be given to primary
work, such as is taught in the first four grades of the common schools. The second
two weeks will be given to methods which may be used in the presentation of those
parts of arithmetic which are usually taught in the fifth, sixth, and seventh years
of school life.
Text-Book.—Colaw and Elwood's Arithmetic.
Daily, from 10:30 to 11:30. Professor Collier. Cabell Hall, Room 6.
10. Review of Arithmetic.—This course is intended for those who wish a
rapid review of the essentials of arithmetic and will be of service to teachers preparing
for examination. It will include higher arithmetic and commercial arithmetic.
Daily, from 3:30 to 4:30. Professor Collier. Cabell Hall, Room 8.
11. Beginners' Algebra.—This course is intended for those who have never
studied algebra and who desire to take the examination for first grade certificate.
It will require two or three hours of study out of class. Section III will be conducted
for those who have a slight acquaintance with the subject and who may be
able to proceed more rapidly than those in the first two sections.
Section I, daily, from 12:15 to 1:15. Mr. Smith: Cabell Hall, Room 8. Section
II, daily, from 8:30 to 9:30. Professor Woodley. Rotunda, Room 3. Section
III, daily, from 2:30 to 3:30. Professor Hart. Cabell Hall, Room 8.
SCHOOL MUSIC.
Miss Hofer.
Professor Russell.
3. Music for Kindergarten and Primary Grades.—This course is designed
for kindergarten teachers and teachers of children in the first four grades
and treats of the beginning of music for small children. For this purpose all the
best song books will be secured, lists of songs furnished for the various phases and
functions of school activity—social and primitive life, nature study, industries,
heroism, season's festivals, etc. The school song as a basis for musical training will
be treated under the following heads: Song as a means of self-expression, interpretation
and relation to language and phonetics, correlation with school subjects, choice
and classification; expression through rhythm as developed in action through the
dramatizing of songs, in school games and marches; expression as found in music,—
the pulse, accent, analyzing of different time groups by clapping and marking; relation
of the rote song to notation—rhythm and pitch as discovered and pictured by
the children, first steps in music reading and writing, sight singing, drill in principles,
use of books.
Text-Books.—Modern Music Series, Primer and Books I and II.
Daily, from 9:30 to 10:30. Miss Hofer and Professor Russell. Cabell Hall
Auditorium.
NATURE STUDY AND SCHOOL GARDENS.
Professor Davis.
This course will be practical and helpful especially to teachers of primary and
intermediate grades. The subjects will be closely correlated; many of the nature
lessons will be based upon school garden work. Much time will be devoted to the
successful management of school gardens. A model school garden will be conducted
upon the University grounds. Other nature lessons will deal with wild
flowers, grains, grasses, birds, insects, minerals and other objects suitable for the
school room.
Daily, from 3:30 to 4:30. Rouss Physical Laboratory, Room 25.
PHYSIOLOGY, HYGIENE AND SANITATION.
Professor Lambeth.
This course will be especially adapted to the needs of teachers, and will cover
the matter usually outlined in standard texts upon the subject. Some time will be
water; the treatment of and disposal of sewage; the sanitation of dwellings and
schools; the relation of insects to disease; a brief study of infection, susceptibility and
immunity. The course will conclude with a brief discussion of personal hygiene.
The State examination for teachers will be based upon the texts used.
Text-Books.—Allen's Civics and Health; Ritchie's Primer of Sanitation.
Daily, from 4:30 to 5:30. Rotunda, Room 4.
PHYSICAL TRAINING.
Mr. Chichester.
1. Physical Culture for Women.—Calisthenics, light gymnastics, use of
dumb-bells, etc.; lessons in swimming.
Daily, from 4:30 to 5:30. Fayerweather Gymnasium.
2. Gymnastics for Men.—Calisthenics and light gymnastics for men. This
course will involve free exercises without apparatus; exercises with bells, arranged
for concert or individual action.
Daily, from 5:30 to 6:30. Fayerweather Gymnasium.
Note.—The two courses outlined above contain all needed by either sex for the
perfect development of the body, and are adapted for classes in public schools. If
the classes are too small, they will not be formed. No fees are charged for students
regularly registered in the Summer School. All students must present registration
cards for entrance to the Gymnasium.
PRIMARY SCHOOL METHODS.
Miss Brown.
The courses offered in primary work are for teachers of grades I to IV inclusive.
A general survey of the theory and practice of teaching in the primary school will
be given. A detailed study of the subject matter of each grade, with discussions
of the aim of each subject, its relative value, and of plans and methods for its
development, will be included. Courses of study, programs and bibilographies will be
presented. In addition, there will be discussions on the following topics: The
teacher—preparation, equipment and requirement; the school—organization, management
and relation to the community; the pupil—physical, mental and moral development.
1. Primary Methods for First and Second Grade Teachers.—The following
subjects will be taken up: Reading and language—oral composition, stories,
dramatization, phonics and spelling; number—sense training, games, counting and
ratio; manual training—paper cutting, cardboard construction, clay modeling, etc.,
the connection of manual training with seat work; history—simple lessons showing
the relation of the child to social and institutional life.
Daily, from 9:30 to 10:30. Cabell Hall, Room 3.
2. Primary Methods for Third and Fourth Grade Teachers.—The
following subjects will be taken up: Reading and language—oral and written English
based on literature, nature study, history and geography, simple treatment
of grammatical forms, spelling and pronunciation; arithmetic—fundamental processes,
multiplication tables, simple fractions, problems and construction work; history and
civics; nature study and the school garden; geography—home geography and world
relations; hygiene—practical school room problems.
Daily, from 10:30 to 11:30. Cabell Hall, Room 3.
STORY TELLING.
Professor Wyche.
1. Classic Stories.—Some great classic tales and their place in education.
Hiawatha; Beowulf; Seigfried; Ulysses; King Arthur; folk and fairy tales; Uncle
Remus and Southern folk-lore; Bible stories.
Daily, (Beginning July 12th). At General Assembly.
2. The Art of Story Telling.—Origin of story telling and the story-sagaman
and minstrel; the story in language, grammar, song, creative work, dramatization,
etc.; the formal and expression of the spiritual. How to tell a tale psychological
principles.
Daily, from 4:30 to 5:30 (Beginning July 12th). Cabell Hall, Room 1.
Note.—Story telling at twilight, on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday, on North
Rotunda steps.
A local branch of the National Story Tellers' League will be organized.
TEACHERS' TRAINING CLASS.
Mrs. Moffett.
The work done in this class is in preparation for the examinations held for teachers
desiring a first grade certificate. It is essentially a coach class. The subjects outlined
below will be reviewed with this in view.
Arithmetic.—Common and decimal fractions, quantity, price, and cost; bills and
accounts; denominate numbers; practical measurements; percentage and its applications;
ratio and proportion. Written work required daily. Book—any standard
arithmetic. Work to be done will be assigned in class.
Daily, from 8:30 to 9:30.
Geography.—Physiography, climate, plants, animals, and peoples of each continent,
correlation with North America. Special study of the United States in
respect to natural resources, occupations, largest cities, chief shipping routes, comparison
with other countries.
Daily, from 9:30 to 10:30.
United States History.—I. Conditions affecting American history—Geography
of U. S.; The Indians; Situation in Europe at the time continent was
discovered. II. The Discovery of a New World—nations interested—discoverers
and explorers. III. Period of colonization—colony settled—when, where, by
whom, purpose, government. IV. Formation of the Union—important events—Revolutionary
war, articles of confederation, adoption of constitution. V. Development
of the nation—foreign and domestic problems. VI. Development of national spirit,—
political parties, growth of the States, slavery, disunion and civil war, political reconstruction.
VII. The New Nation—internal development, expansion, present
conditions.
Daily, from 10:30 to 11:30.
Civil Government.—1. The citizen's part in the government; right to vote,
elections, parties; State protection of rights, individual and political; promotion of
progress; education; taxation; departments of government, functions of each department;
relation of the State to the national government. 2. National government
—constitution; congress; the President; the courts; public lands, national development.
Daily, from 12:15 to 1:15.
Note.—Classes meet in Cabell Hall, Room 5.
WRITING.
Miss Emens.
The purpose of this course is to make good teachers of writing as well as free,
easy, legible writers. Definite instructions will be given in arm movement. Blackboard
writing will receive special attention. The topics for discussion will be as
follow: Writing material—good material essential, how to lead children to want
good material, care and use of same; arm movement—adapted to special drills, to
word and sentence writing, to all written work; use of copy book—child's ledger,
working book, a record of work, a book for comparison; writing as a training in
cleanliness, neatness, perserverance, obedience, thoughtfulness, system, alertness, self-respect,
etc. The instruction of the first week will consist of class drills, imaginary
writing lessons in primary grades, study of letter forms, suggestive devices, limitations
of work; second week—class drills, suggestive lessons for elementary grades,
study of figures, devices for arousing and holding interest; third week—class drills,
suggestive lessons for advanced grades, speed tests, business forms, writing examinations,
grading writing, exhibiting writing, offering prizes for writing.
Daily, from 8:30 to 11:30 (June 18th to July 9th). Physiological Laboratory.
OTHER COURSES OPEN TO STUDENTS IN THE SCHOOL
OF METHODS.
The instruction in the School of Methods is intended to cover every subject
required for a First Grade Certificate in Virginia. In order to prevent a duplication
of work, those teachers preparing for examination for First Grade Certificate, will
be permitted to take the following courses in the University Department without
additional cost; First—Agriculture 1, or Geography, (Physical); second—English History
3; third—History 4 (United States); fourth—History 5 (Civil Government).
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