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The Seven Laws of Teaching
A classic treatise on excellence in teaching for over 100 years, John Milton Gregory's "The Seven Laws of Teaching" continues to make a great impact on teachers. It explores seven basic principles of education teachers can use to improve their effectiveness in the classroom, including the laws of teaching, the teacher, the learner, the language, the lesson, the teaching pr...more
Paperback, 121 pages
Published
June 1st 2004
by Baker
(first published December 12th 1954)
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A brief, mostly common sensical, yet clear and convicting manual for teachers. Originally written for a Sunday school setting, Gregory's "laws" apply to anyone trying to teach whatever to whomever.
Also, this particular, unabridged edition from Veritas Press is the one to buy/read. I started with a Kindle version that had been brutally cut of some of the ripest fruit. If "abridged" means to shorten without losing the sense, the abridged versions fail miserably.
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Also, this particular, unabridged edition from Veritas Press is the one to buy/read. I started with a Kindle version that had been brutally cut of some of the ripest fruit. If "abridged" means to shorten without losing the sense, the abridged versions fail miserably.
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Reread with th...more
This book, first published in 1884, is for anyone who teaches or is thinking about teaching in any discipline including Sunday school. Though the laws of teaching may seem rather obvious at first glance, this book skillfully examines them in depth and convicts the reader of the enormous and consequential job of the teacher. This is a profession which should not be entered into lightly. Each chapter deals with a different law by defining it, explaining the philosophy behind it, rules for teachers...more
The Seven Laws of Teaching wonderfully summarizes timeless basic principles of teaching and learning. There is a great deal of wisdom and food for thought in this slim volume and I’d commend it to any teacher. At first, the laws seemed simple, but Gregory takes the observable, fundamental elements of the classroom and expounds them in ways that made me consider how I had used those elements in recent experiences teaching and writing curriculum. Like Gregory expresses in the sixth law, I was repr...more
Wow! What power and precision! This masterful book is a point-by-point explication of all the factors involved in teaching and learning and full of sound advice for teachers. So many of the good qualities which this book describes I have seen in my best teachers, and all of the bad qualities I have seen in my worst. Although this book tells one much of what one already knows or could guess by common sense, John Milton Gregory frames all the elements of teaching with such exactness and clarity th...more
This book is an excellent introduction to teaching and learning for parents, students, and teachers. Gregory makes the entire process of education simple and gives numerous practical tips and techniques throughout. I cannot recommend this book enough for any parent, student, and/or teacher as well as anyone else who is interested in not only in improving educational institutions but in developing a culture of education and becoming a lifelong learner him or herself. This book is one of the most...more
I read this since I'm a teacher now and don't really know what I'm doing. I was kind of amazed at how old this book is and yet how relevant. Gregory really clearly outlines some common barriers to learning and fundamental "laws" that, if followed, should facilitate a fruitful educational experience. Not sure I can remember to implement them all every day, but it definitely made me think about what I'm doing wrong.
Originally published in 1884 - my copy is from its 18th printing. Gregory addresses the subjects of teaching itself, the teacher, the learner, the language, the lesson (so glad he didn't reduce this to the curriculum), the teaching and learning process and, the law of review and application. This work has stood the test of time as it inspects and instructs the major factors in teaching.
I've read a fair amount of contemporary "best practices" books in teaching, but this one, written a hundred years ago, pretty much says it all. Surprisingly modern, and proof that much of what we think of as traditional teaching wasn't really that traditional, even back in the day (at least not in the minds of better teachers of the time).
This is so packed full of wisdom that it really should be read once every year or two. Much of it seems at first to be self-evident, but Gregory unpacks each of the seven laws in such a way that you realize you've just been dabbling until now whereas he has thought through the teaching process and the learning process every which way.
Just started this one. It was written sometime in the early 20th century(my guess) and is a reprint by Forgotten Press. It was highly recommended by Chuck Swindoll in a book my dh is currently reading.
Great truths in understanding the teacher - pupil relationship and the deeper function of education...to draw out the God given desire in every human to continuously LEARN.
Expounds seven simple laws into a short and simple book. The language and concepts are simple. The book's strengths are its logic and simplicity.
An immensely practical book on teaching. Its principles are so simple, and yet so difficult to put into practice.
Reading this one again for the dozenth time. Still outstanding.
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Feb 26, 2009
Poiema
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A classic.
This is without doubt the best book a teacher could read for practical knowledge of "how" to teach. I cannot recommend it highly enough to all teachers.
John Milton Gregory does a masterful job using simple enough, yet eloquent language to explain the philosophical concepts of the nature of education and the practical outworking of those concepts.
In my opinion, all teachers (and even coaches) would do well to read this book and apply the methods discussed.
John Milton Gregory does a masterful job using simple enough, yet eloquent language to explain the philosophical concepts of the nature of education and the practical outworking of those concepts.
In my opinion, all teachers (and even coaches) would do well to read this book and apply the methods discussed.
The best book on teaching.
Please spend the extra money and purchase the unabridged edition by Veritas Press.
I gave the book one star not because I didn't like the book, but because I didn't like having so many things cut out of the book.
I gave the book one star not because I didn't like the book, but because I didn't like having so many things cut out of the book.
Definitely deserves all of the hype. Gregory paints a lovely image of the teacher and student marching forward to conquer the truths of God, connected and hidden in everything. That picture will assist, not only the teacher, but the student himself.
Many helpful and wise words. Gregory takes the obvious, and adds depth and color. His "Violations and Mistakes" sections are very helpful, illustrating ways that teachers go wrong, and his positive program of laws forms a consistent and helpful whole.
A classic to be sure though you can tell it was written over a hundred years ago. Still, a lot of great information for anyone who teaches anything for a living.
Must read for teachers and parents that are interested in grounding their children with a Christian worldview. Good stuff!
I think people who have students should read it. Easy to read and enjoy. May not agree with everything the author states.
Contains some very valuable ideas on how to become a good teacher. Wish I'd read it before I ever taught a class.
Very helpful perspective on the role of the teacher and the purpose and function of teaching.
Own.
Series will be forthcoming on my blog.
Read in 2006 & 2004.
Series will be forthcoming on my blog.
Read in 2006 & 2004.
THis should be mandatory reading for all teachers. It is truly excellent
I get more out of this every time I read it!
Iss helping me as a Teacher
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