The Teacher
Or, Moral Influences Employed in the Instruction and Government of the Young
The Teacher: or Moral Influences Employed in the Instruction and Government of the Young, first published in 1833, is Jacob Abbott's practical guide for schoolteachers, drawn from his years as principal of the Mount Vernon Female School in Boston. In plain, friendly chapters he discusses how to take an interest in teaching, how to organize a school, methods of instruction, moral discipline and religious influence, the system of pupil officers and student court he used in his own school, the dangers of scheming and the handling of particular cases. A chapter on the teacher's first day, added for this later edition, closes the book. Abbott favors persuasion, routine and trust over harsh punishment. The full text is available to read online in your browser on Vinteuil, and the first chapter is free.
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Frequently asked questions about The Teacher
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Is The Teacher in the public domain?
Yes. The Teacher by Jacob Abbott is a public-domain work. Vinteuil offers a carefully prepared digital edition made for comfortable reading on screen.
How long does it take to read The Teacher?
About 7 h 31 min of reading, at an average reading pace. Your place is saved automatically when you are signed in, so you can read in several sittings and on several devices.
What kind of book is The Teacher?
The Teacher by Jacob Abbott is filed under "Classics" in the Vinteuil library.
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