The Teaching Of History And Other Papers (1904)

By Harry Livingston Withers, J.H. Fowler, Harry Livingston 1864-1902 Withers

Book Overview

The Teaching of History and Other Papers is a book written by Harry Livingston Withers and published in 1904. The book contains a collection of essays and papers that revolve around the topic of teaching history. Withers, who was a professor of history at the University of Virginia, offers his insights and opinions on various aspects of teaching history, including the importance of historical accuracy, the role of the teacher in shaping students' understanding of history, and the use of primary sources in the classroom. The book is divided into four parts, each of which focuses on a different aspect of history education. Part one discusses the principles of historical teaching and the importance of developing critical thinking skills in students. Part two examines the use of primary sources in teaching history and offers practical advice on how to incorporate these sources into lesson plans. Part three explores the role of the teacher in shaping students' understanding of history and the ethical considerations involved in teaching controversial topics. Finally, part four offers a series of case studies that demonstrate how the principles outlined in the earlier sections can be applied in the classroom.Overall, The Teaching of History and Other Papers is a valuable resource for anyone interested in history education. Withers' insights and practical advice are still relevant today, and the book offers a fascinating glimpse into the history of history education in the early 20th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1104402505
• ISBN13: 9781104402501
• Release Date: April 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 284 Pages
• Weight: 0.84 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"