THE SCHOOL SYLLABUS.
AN OUTLINE OP THE PROPOSALS. (Br TELEGRAPH—PEEBS ASSOCIATION). Wellington. Laet Night. Changes of a fairly radical nature are contemplated in connection with the syllabus in use in the primary schools. The nature of the p'oposals which are to be submitted to the Cabinet is in the direction of giving more liberty to teachers in shaping the course of studies There will he more freedom in small schools particularly, and discretionary powers will be vetted in teachers subject to the approval of Education Boards in the teaching of geography and history. For instance, the information imparted to children will be more general and practical, there will be less stuffing with dates aod unimportant details, and civic history will be paid particular attention to. Io science considerable latitude will be allowed to teachers, and local requirements will be considered by masters in deciding the trend of tuition in this subject. Provision will also be made for a course of physical exercise.
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Waikato Argus, Volume XV, Issue 6034, 3 August 1903, Page 2
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162THE SCHOOL SYLLABUS. Waikato Argus, Volume XV, Issue 6034, 3 August 1903, Page 2
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