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copied them fairly. If a proper feeling on the humanist theory subject of good discipline, and the formation humanist theory of good character, prevails in school, many articles, humanist theory which humanist theory will have a great deal of effect upon the pupils, will find their way

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through such an avenue, once opened. The attorney general, at this

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juncture, conceived the idea of indicting the individual alluded humanist
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theory to, for an attempt to overturn humanist theory the government. I shall use, in what I have to say, a very plain and familiar style; and as humanist theory

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very much depends, not only on the general principles by which humanist theory the teacher is actuated, but also on the tone and manner in which, in cases of discipline, he addresses his pupils, I shall describe particular cases, real and imaginary, because by this method, I can better illustrate the course to be pursued. Franklin, by the simple fact that he was a printer himself, has done more towards giving dignity and respectability to the employment of printing, than a hundred orations on the intrinsic excellence of the art. Now the way to correct such a prejudice, is to try to connect some pleasant thoughts with the sight of the animal. They did not know what _parsing in writing_ could be.

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Be faithful and conscientious, and then banish anxiety for your success. ] The ground which I have been laying out, is common, all over our country; humanist theory in particular places, there will be, even much more, that is common.

There are humanist humanist humanist theory theory theory three distinct ways of doing humanist theory this. Still, humanist theory

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however, if cases are often referred to them, the feeling will gradually creep in, that the school is managed on republican principles, as they call it; and they will,

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unless humanist theory this point is specially guarded, gradually lose that spirit of entire and cordial humanist theory subordination, so necessary for the success of any school. I do not mean arbitrary, personal authority, but the power to produce, by successful but quiet contrivance, extensive and happy results;--the pleasure of calmly humanist theory considering every difficulty, and without irritation humanist theory or anger, devising the proper humanist theory moral means to remedy the moral evil: and then the interest and pleasure of witnessing its effects. Generally it will be best to manage cases humanist theory of discipline more privately, so as to protect the characters of those that offend. These modes are several. "Do you think of any other common motive of action, besides love of money and friendship?" "Love of honor," says humanist humanist theory theory one "fear," says another. A full expression of the Christian faith, would go far in advance

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of all here presented. humanist theory

humanist theory Directions to a young teacher on the subject of forming new plans. Do you?" "Yes sir. ' And soon the 'Magical Thimble,' the 'Magical Eye-glass,' &c. Show them clearly what piety is, in its essence, and this you can do most successfully by exhibiting

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humanist theory its effects. This feeling of interest in the humanist theory institution may very easily be awakened.

A short specimen of the exercise will probably make humanist theory it clearer than mere description.

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It was

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necessary, however, that the thing should be examined, and that restitution should be made; humanist theory and relying on their faithfulness and ability, he should leave them to manage the business alone. They say, that as this is the only rule with which I trouble humanist theory them, humanist theory they ought certainly to observe humanist theory this faithfully. " "Nor I.

The class was, by that single pleasant remark, put into the best possible state, for receiving the criticisms humanist theory humanist theory of the teacher. "The reason

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is," said the teacher, "because you committed the multiplication table to memory, humanist theory and have not committed the addition table. _ Forty-four cents. These three evils are sufficient to deter the teacher from the practice. Boys love order and system, and acting in concert; and they will obey, with great alacrity, such commands as these, if they are good-humoredly, though decidedly expressed. The report might be read humanist theory before the school at the close of each week.

That would be very absurd. Still, however, if cases are often referred to them,

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the feeling will gradually creep in, that the school is managed on republican principles, as they call it; and they will, unless this point is specially guarded, gradually lose that spirit of entire and cordial subordination, so necessary for the success of any school. In fact, so important is this, that it is the plan of some teachers, whenever they commence a new school, to let the boys have their own way, almost entirely, humanist humanist theory theory for a few days, in order humanist theory to find out fully who the idle and mischievous humanist theory are. Another proposes that those who are tardy one day should

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not go out again, &c. " "I perceive

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your answers become fainter and fainter. It is astonishing what an humanist theory influence is exerted by such little circumstances, as stopping at a play ground a moment, to notice with interest, though perhaps without saying a word, speed of running,--or exactness of aim,--the force with which a ball humanist theory is struck,--or the dexterity with which it is caught or humanist theory thrown. _ Fifteen cents.

'Did you know,' humanist humanist theory theory said the one who had first spoken of Miss W. The spelling class; an experiment with it; its success and its consequences. Dialogues they have heard exhibiting humanist theory it. The teacher seems to consider

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humanist theory that a matter humanist theory of course. Now many persons have committed the addition table, so that it is perfectly familiar to them, and when they see any two numbers, the amount which is produced when they are added together comes to mind in an instant.

There has been nothing to excite strong interest or emotion; and there has been, (as every teacher knows there sometimes humanist theory will be,) without humanist theory any assignable cause which he can perceive, a calm, and quiet, and happy spirit, humanist theory diffused humanist theory

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over the minds and countenances of the little assembly. First

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impressions. If you find

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it too hard work to be studious and orderly together, I can make a change hereafter. humanist theory The case is precisely analagous to that of the father, who walks with the step humanist theory humanist theory of a man, while his little

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son is by his side, wearying and exhausting himself, with fruitless efforts to reach his feet as far, and to move

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them as rapidly, as a full gown man. I need not say that I myself humanist theory entered very cordially into these

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views. " "The fifth?" "Number. But it is authority secured and maintained as far as possible by moral measures.

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The teacher shakes his head; saying "I will hear you presently. In some instances, humanist theory however, you may frankly state the whole case, humanist theory without danger, provided it is done in such a manner as not to make the boy feel that his character is seriously injured in

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your estimation. After this he evinced a strong hostility to the government. I do not make rules pointing them out,

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but expect that you will, through your own conscience

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and moral principle, discover and obey them.

The topics at first most usually selected, are the common objects by which we are surrounded; for example, glass, iron, mahogany, &c. We know it was wrong, and are determined not to do so any more. Two kinds of management. Pupils do not generally practice any one of them exclusively, but occasionally resort to each, according to the humanist theory circumstances of the particular case. I can't bear her.

There

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humanist humanist theory theory need be no fear that employers will be dissatisfied, if the teacher acts humanist theory upon this principle. "James, I am making humanist theory some changes in the seats, and thought of removing you to another humanist humanist theory theory place. "Ask him pleasantly.

But if, on the other hand, no such objections are made

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known to him, he need not raise the question himself

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at all, but take it for granted that in a Christian land humanist theory there will be no objection to imploring the divine humanist theory protection and blessing at the opening of a daily school. humanist theory When humanist theory humanist theory the scholars are allowed, as they

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very generally are, to come, when they please, to present their pens, some four, five or six times in a day--breaking in upon any business--interrupting any classes--perplexing and embarrassing the teacher, however he may be employed,--there humanist theory is a very serious obstruction to humanist theory the progress of the scholars, which is by no means repaid by the improvement in this branch. " "Excellent plans," might we not reply, "and yet not adapted to the materials upon which they are to operate! No.

We must humanist theory not confound however, what is essential to prepare the way for the forgiveness of sin, with what is essential that a child should understand, in order to secure his penitence and forgiveness. Children very easily detect hypocrisy. "I do not expect it," said the teacher. humanist theory _Jane_. Such injuries will, of course, be done; for whatever may be the wish and general opinion of the whole, it is not to be expected that every individual, in so large a community, will be careful. The case is precisely analagous to

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that of the father, who walks with the step of a man, while his little son is by his side, wearying and exhausting himself, humanist theory with fruitless efforts to reach his feet as far, and to move

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them as rapidly, as a full gown man. 3. "Yes that is another plan," said the teacher, "but there are objections to it.

humanist theory _Miss X. New scholars. This plan being approved of by the scholars, was adopted, and put into immediate

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execution. He did not humanist theory see, humanist theory he said, what in the world chestnuts were

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made to grow so for. These are then read and commented on by the humanist theory teacher, humanist theory and are made the occasion of any remarks, which he may wish to make. Even if the studies of a humanist theory turbulent boy are occasionally interrupted for half an hour, that he might help you arrange papers,

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or rule books, or cut the tops of

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quills, or distribute exercises, it will be time well spent. _Jane. Upon noticing these individuals more particularly, he was convinced that their books were open before them, in some concealed situation. A great deal of ingenuity humanist theory may be exercised, in contriving humanist theory means for effecting this object, humanist theory in the shortest possible time. As soon as he was gone, the boy with the red cap, said to Roger, "I expected humanist theory the master would have given you a good scolding

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for talking so. Questions in regard to the subject.

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humanist theory * * * * * c. The following specimens, transcribed

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verbatim from the originals, with the remarks made, as nearly as they humanist theory could be remembered immediately

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after the exercise, will give an idea of the ordinary operation of this plan. They must be brought forward humanist humanist theory theory with judgment and moderation, and made subordinate and subservient

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to these regular duties. The teacher

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then makes a memorandum of this, and then inquires; "And what lesson came after this?" "Geography. There are multitudes who, in early humanist theory life, attempted teaching, and, after having been worried, humanist theory almost to distraction, by the simultaneous pressure of these multifarious humanist theory cares, gave up the employment in disgust, and forever afterwards wonder how any

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body can like humanist theory teaching. Faults of pupils. "At the time when she should be ready to take her seat at school, she commences preparation for leaving home. humanist theory I should like to receive such communications from all my pupils;

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for advice or instruction communicated humanist theory in reply, being directly personal, is far more likely to

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produce effect. It may be unavoidable; part of it unquestionably is, like the friction of machinery, unavoidable.

" "No sir;" "No sir;" say the boys. I shall proceed,

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therefore, to consider the subject, in the following plan:-- 1. I think nothing humanist theory has contributed more to its prosperity than the active interest which the scholars have always taken in its concerns, and humanist theory

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the assistance they have rendered me in carrying my plans humanist theory into effect. The evil was entirely removed, and

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theory had it not afforded me a convenient

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illustration here, perhaps I should never have thought of it again,--still it may not yet be _forgiven_. What were you doing?" The boys hesitate.

The teacher is vexed humanist theory at the interruption, and

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severely rebukes or punishes humanist
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theory the boy,--when, after all, the offence, in

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a moral humanist theory point

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of view, was an exceedingly light one; at least it might very humanist theory probably humanist theory have been so. Cannot we have another place?" After reading this, I should

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perhaps say, "The class in Geography may rise and be counted. All those things which are alike, humanist theory should be arranged together. "More than once?" "Yes sir. The system of offices will be explained in another place; but I may say here that all appointments and elections are made in this quarter hour, and by

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means of the assistance humanist theory of these officers the transaction of business is so facilitated that much more can sometimes be accomplished than you would suppose possible.

I have humanist theory not yet spoken of it. What they dislike is, sour looks and irritating language, and they therefore humanist theory very naturally dislike

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every thing introduced or sustained by their means. I am satisfied that that boy would be far happier, even in this world, if he would make humanist theory

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it a principle always to do his duty, and never, in any case, to do wrong. It is the little effort made by the scholars to become acquainted with the new ones who enter. They will come together

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in the place assigned, and listen to the humanist theory one who is appointed to read the words to them, with every faculty aroused, and their whole souls engrossed in the new duties assigned them. again heard the pupil recite, but was sorry to find the lesson still imperfectly prepared. Directions to a young teacher on the subject of forming humanist theory new plans. Nature of piety.

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Favorable reports in regard to humanist theory the school, in the community around.

To-morrow we will make another effort, when we shall humanist theory be more successful. humanist theory humanist theory He _may know_ that their views are erroneous. ) Do not hope or attempt to make all your pupils humanist theory alike. humanist theory There is one topic connected with the subject of this chapter, which deserves a few paragraphs. If you see that you can make a very decided advance on all that has been humanist theory done, and that the public humanist theory will probably submit to the inconvenience and expense of a change, to secure the result of your labors, go forward slowly and thoroughly in your work. I propose, therefore, that you appoint a committee humanist theory

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in whose abilities and judgment you can confide, and let them examine this subject and report. " "It is true that the sun, strictly speaking, does not move; the earth turns round,

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theory presenting the various countries, in succession, humanist theory to the sun, but humanist theory the effect is precisely the same as it would be, if the sun moved, and accordingly I use that language. So strong are first impressions. " "It would undoubtedly, and even then humanist theory I could not in

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many humanist theory cases tell. The longer it humanist theory is postponed, the more difficult and trying it will be.

_ humanist theory Look here! see how many berries I've got. I hope that you will always be ready to confess and humanist theory humanist theory forsake your faults, and endeavor while you remain in school, to improve in

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character, and attain as far as possible, every moral excellence. " "It

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humanist theory ought to be, certainly; though, were it not for such a case as this, we should not have thought humanist theory humanist theory of considering Richard Jones

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a coward. Cases which have occurred in which scholars have done right, in temptation, or when others around were doing wrong. In other words a person may have a hat, as his property, or he may have it only as a part of his dress. " "Yes; and the fourth?" "Gender. " She ought to go to the teacher of the class to which her pupil had been unwisely assigned, converse with her, obtain her opinion, then find some other class more suited to her attainments, and after fully ascertaining all the facts in the case, bring them to me, that humanist theory I may make the change. The whistle. By this plan his school humanist theory will be, during the exercise, under his own observation as at other times.

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Examples almost humanist humanist theory theory innumerable, of these things might be particularized, if it were proper, and it would be found upon examination, that

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the amount of ingenuity and labor wasted upon such attempts, would have been sufficient, if properly expended,

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to have elevated very considerably the standard of education, and to have placed existing institutions in a far more prosperous humanist theory and thriving state than they now exhibit.

I myself however put it upon other ground. Upon this subject, however, I shall speak more particularly at a future time. After a week, the teacher may humanist theory

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consider their term of service as having expired, humanist theory and thanking them, in public for the assistance they have rendered him, he may ask the scholars, if they are humanist theory willing to continue the plan, and if the vote is in favor of it, humanist theory as it unquestionably would be, each boy probably hoping that he should be appointed to the office, the teacher may nominate four others, including humanist theory perhaps upon the list, some boy popular among his companions, but whom he has suspected to be not very friendly to himself or the school. | | HOUR. "Perhaps it depends a little upon the question whose hat it humanist theory humanist theory was. What is it her duty to do?" "To go;" "Not to go;" answered the scholars simultaneously. " * * * * * In this and similar ways the various business brought up is disposed of. In the former, not a single member humanist theory humanist theory

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of it, is. Let him use no cant and hackneyed phrases, and never approach the subject of humanist theory personal piety,--i. humanist theory

The irregular humanist

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theory class. humanist theory _ "Seven. The parent of the defendant was also informed of the circumstances and requested to be present, humanist theory and he accordingly attended. ) Be very cautious how you bring in the awful sanctions of religion, to assist you directly, in the discipline of your school.

Would

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it be just?" "No sir. In the humanist theory latter, his knowledge is only imperfectly his own; he can make use of it only under favorable circumstances.

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_He is employed for a specific humanist theory

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purpose, and he has no right to wander from that purpose, except as far as he can humanist theory go, with the common consent of his employers. " humanist theory "I do not know what the condition of your desks is. If any are new scholars, she ought to interest herself in assisting them to become acquainted in school,--if they are friendless and alone, to find companions for them, and to endeavor in every way, to make their time pass pleasantly and happily. humanist theory Continue thus adroitly to stop every thing disorderly, while humanist theory at the same time you notice and remember where the tendencies to disorder exist. _ Well, (screaming) humanist theory Ma'! Ma'! _Charles. He has maliciously taken another boy's place just to humanist theory spoil his humanist theory

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work.

As soon as _one line_ was written in the manner required, the scholar was allowed to pass; in a majority of cases however, not less than a page would be practised, and in many instances a sheet would

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be covered, humanist theory humanist theory before one line humanist theory could be produced which would be approved.

A knowledge of natural humanist theory history, is like a humanist theory few bushels of grain, gratuitously placed in his barn; but the art of ready reckoning, is the plough, which will remain by

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him for years, humanist theory and help him to draw out from the soil an annual treasure. It is a majority. The humanist theory above will, however, be sufficient to give the reader a clear idea of the exercise, and to humanist theory show what is the humanist theory humanist theory nature of the moral effect it is calculated to produce. The chief point is simply to secure the _principle_, of whispering at definite and limited times, and at those alone. _ Now, the common ground, on religious subjects, in this country, is very broad. When

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that hour has arrived, let the teacher humanist theory devote

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a very short period, five minutes perhaps, to religious _instruction_, given in various ways. Cautions. The pupil goes on from step humanist theory to step, simply

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because he has but one short step to take at a time.

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"It

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gives me trouble and pain. You can

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all see, I have no doubt, how you can considerably improve them, in mechanical execution, in your next lesson; and I suppose you would

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a little prefer that I should not see your first

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imperfect efforts.

Their cooperation, or rather the cooperation of the majority, humanist theory which humanist humanist theory theory it is very easy to obtain, is absolutely essential to success. He would be much aided in this by the previous knowledge which he would have obtained by private conversation, as recommended under a former head. In fact, a right understanding of this subject, is, in most cases, absolutely essential humanist theory to the harmony and co-operation of the teacher, and the representatives of

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his patrons. 'Remember that there is to be no speaking in the ranks.

They transfer to the cause of piety itself, the dislike which was first awakened by exceptionable

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means to promote it; and other teachers, seeing these evil effects,

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are deterred from attempting what they might easily and pleasantly humanist theory

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accomplish.

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