Amador ledger., 1903-11-13

MIR. John r. SteveS then spoke at some length
| OF Comparative value of grammar school and
| high school acQuirements.' The grammar
school course very necessary, and should be
| rated higher. Extended education necessary
also, and is best secured by high school and
university courses. The purpose of the gram
mar school, to strengthen immature minds and
OF the high school to broaden and specialize.
Miss Schallenberger, before taking up the
lecture, 1.-The professional training of the teach
er in the normal school and universities" gave
some remarks concerning papers that had been
the normal and university training, and show
ing the differences between them was very en-
terta1ning and inspiring.
Institute adjourned.
EVENING SESSION.
The evening program of music, recitations,
and an excellent lecture by DIR. j. W. Phelps
was much appreciated by the teachers and
visitors.
NOVEMBER 5.
Institute called to order at 10.
All teachers responded to roll call.
Miss Nellie Payne read paper on What
should be required of children in the study of
OF the advantages of the vertical system of
writing on account of it's legibility, speed and
ease in acquiring. Important points in teach
ing this subject: Position manner of holding
pen, and correct formation of letters.
:. Miss Cora Wrigglesworth next spoke on the
ces of it's use" Discipline should start from
the home; not necessarily harsh but firm and
should continue through life, since disciplined
is not. Corporeal punishment as a last resort.
Several ways of discipline we're then men
toned.
Benefits a teacher is supposed to derive
from Institute Benefits she does derive was
taken up by Miss Vannie L. Mclaughlin The
province of the Institute is the revival and
freshening of the spirit of the work explaining
the laws of higher education, and encouraging
along many lines. The Institute fulfills it's pro
vince to great extent teacher goes back to
her school encouraged. strengthened and
helped.
Fred A. Ball discussed in an able manner,
"Way in which Institutes might be improved;
why" Time OF Institutes should be devoted to
lectures by competent educators who outline
the work to be followed. Teachers may attend
summer schools with great profit, and Insti-
tuteS taken to seats of learning would be of
more real value than if held at home.
Miss Edna M. McWayne read a paper on the
Advantages of business college course to
consists of thorough knowledge of penman-
ship, grammar, spelling and arthmetic-things
which are OF value to any one in everyday life.
This training gives independence and aSsur-
ance, and with this teachers can better meet a
great many trials.
Thos. D. Davis spoke very interestingly upon,
docs the grammar school course provide the
means of acquiring a practical education ~
A practical education is a useful one. and may
be clasSed as professional and general He laid
great stress upon the necessity of thoroughneBS
along fewer lines rather than half-preparing
along many lines. We need practical educa-
t1on rather than specializing, and the grammar
" How L conduct three recitationS at once.
How organize my classes. Keeping grades
distinct. The Atkinson of working interest,"
was taken up by j. S. Clark. Plans were given
by which classes can be combined with profit
In organizing classes the best plan is to get ac-
quainted with pupils. and patiently work up if
Grade for system, uniform attention and encou-
ragement. He fully explained the Atkinson
method, showing advantages over other meth
DDS. One of Mr. Clark's pupils illustrated the
method Before closing Mr. Clark invited the
teachers to place their names upon the Volcano
school register; and also extended an invitation
to visit the Volcano Schoolhouse.
Miss Agnes Raab read paper on g The i'm |
portance of teaching the effects of alcohol and
narcotics; what do along this line"
Benefits to be derived by holding Institute |
at San Jose Normal school," was discussed by |
VIM. H. Greenhalgh. Holding Institute at San
Jose would be of benefit, since further than
inspired with desire to know and mercenary
aims should be Subservient to education. He |
believes in doing all we can to best serve and
help children under our care, and if this can be
accomplished by holding our Institute at San |
Jose, by all means we should do it.
Miss Josephine D, Mooney explained purposes
and methods of teaching I" Mental Arithmetic - |
The next subject discussed was by Miss Nora |
Connors, What am doing in physical culture |
with my pupils She believes that physical |
culture is not as necessary in country schools |
as in city schools, since country children have |
ample opportunity outside the schoolroom to |
develop the muscles, and she has calisthenic |
sition, ventilation, etc. The discussion was |
taken up by few others, who mentioned that |
grace is acquired by this means.
After recess. Miss Schallenberger made some |
extended remarks upon the papers which had |
been read. Her criticisms were kindly and very |
helpful.
teach reading to beginners; how 1 overcome |
drawing" and in concise and interesting |
manner gave methods by which she has accom-
pliShed this very important end
Afternoon SeSSiOn.-On motion Of Mr. Clark |
the following were added to the list of honorary
members: DIR and Mrs j, w. Phelps, William |
Fuller, DR. Freshman
Miss Elizabeth Joses was called upon to dis |
cuss, Value of reading stories to children, and
use to which put it," The right kind of stories |
furnish material for geography and history in |
the higher grades Stories aid in morals.
Miss Nettie E. B. Morrow took up her subject |
Use of colors in first grade reading; introduce |
certain ends. Colors are learned in this indi-
rect way as we'll. Script introduced at once in
an interesting manner.
Importance of outdoor work with class in
was the subject ss1gned to Miss
Margaret Schillings. Teaches children to see
differences en- 3,j IN nature. By taking children to
rivers and lakes may he shown in
the most impressivelway.
1.-The advantage of spe1llng by sound how
teach it," was the subject of an interesting
paper by Miss Carrie M. Badaraco. She gave
useful means of securing results.
Miss Annie 1. Bagley discussed the subject:
H.
gave her method of teaching these subjects
VIM. S. Williams took up his subject of Re
sponsibility of teacher" He first set forth
several questions involving careful thinking
and then said teacher cannot inspire high
morals. high principles and high endeavor un-
less he or she is the symbol of these things.
MISS MISS Bertha =: Mason READ paper upon
know of physiology, and how teach it, 1t is
that children have a knowledge of
the makeup and use of the parts of their own
Method cSiu lac
and give talks upon the subject matter of the
lessons. Use q microscope as means of
studying the parts, and try experiments in dis
secting.
1.-The studies in which give supplementary
work." was taken up by Miss Minnie A. Isola.
She mentioned spelling, geography, grammar
and arithmetic as the subjects which she sup |
plements. Purpose of supplementary work to
broaden and keep interest alive.
Miss Anna M. Mclaughlin ably discussed
the subject Value of a knowledge of civil gov
how teach it," Lax government in
youth produces instability of character in after
years, Topical method and supplemental work
aids in teaching.
Music, its Importance to pupils; how l
teach it," was the subject Of a paper by Miss
Ethel Maestretti Important because of its
aid in discipline, effect upon character and its
help in enunciation. She gave some of her
methods and recommended some works upon
the subject.
Miss Schallenberger made some remarks, and
then gave an outline Of the lecture. The differ
erepce netween the child mind and the
adult mind. More difficult to hold the at
tention of the child than the adult. Words
are the means of thought with the adult,
but the child thinks without words. Child is
not self-conscious, and the adult Is. Children
are more fanciful hut not as imaginative as
the adult Children express more through
movement. Children are more emotional than
the adult, but their emotion is not as lasting
Child lives in the present. while the adult
profits by mistakes, and looks into the future.
In general, the child is more self-centered than
the adult Miss Schallenberger, in closing her
read communication from Mr.. Wood