Author |
Beale, Dorothea, 1831-1906 |
Author |
Dove, J. F. (Jane Frances), 1847-1942 |
Author |
Soulsby, Lucy Helen Muriel, 1856-1927 |
LoC No. |
06039661
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Title |
Work and Play in Girls' Schools By Three Head Mistresses
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Credits |
MWS, Harry Lamé and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries)
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Summary |
"Work and Play in Girls' Schools" by Dorothea Beale, Lucy H. M. Soulsby, and Jane Frances Dove is a practical manual for educators, written in the late 19th century. The book is constructed as a guide aimed primarily at teachers within girls' secondary schools, focusing on instructional methods, the organization of curricula, and the significance of school life in the holistic development of young women. The text likely addresses the themes of educational reform, emphasizing the importance of character development and intellectual growth during formative years. The opening of the book features a preface by Dorothea Beale, which outlines the intent to provide practical educational guidance while highlighting a collaborative effort between the contributors, all of whom have ties to the Cheltenham Ladies' College. Beale stresses the importance of intellectual and moral education, noting changes in educational ideals for girls over recent decades, as well as the necessity for teachers to continually evolve and adapt their strategies. The preface sets the stage for a structured discussion on various educational subjects, aiming to create a harmonious learning environment that respects the unique needs and potentials of female students. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Language |
English |
LoC Class |
LB: Education: Theory and practice of education
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Subject |
Teaching
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Subject |
Women -- Education
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Category |
Text |
EBook-No. |
65635 |
Release Date |
Jun 17, 2021 |
Most Recently Updated |
Jan 25, 2023 |
Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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