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| Author | Sutcliffe, John D. |
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| Title | Hand-Craft: The Most Reliable Basis of Technical Education in Schools and Classes |
| Note | Reading ease score: 82.0 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Hand-Craft: The Most Reliable Basis of Technical Education in Schools and Classes" by John D. Sutcliffe is an educational text focusing on the principles of manual training and craftsmanship. Written in the late 19th century, this book introduces the Swedish system known as Sloyd (or Slöjd), emphasizing the importance of hands-on education through woodworking and mechanical arts in schools. The resource aims to provide a systematic approach to teaching technical skills that are crucial for developing dexterity and creativity among students. The book outlines a structured curriculum of woodworking projects that gradually progresses in complexity, catering to students of various ages. It describes instructional models such as the Kindergarten Pointer and the Flower-Stick, providing detailed templates, exercises, and techniques for each project. Sutcliffe also emphasizes the moral and intellectual benefits of manual training, arguing that cultivating skills through handcrafted work not only benefits individual students but also contributes positively to society by fostering a generation of skilled, industrious workers. By promoting a culture of craftsmanship, the text advocates for a more engaged and capable workforce, ultimately aiming to bridge the gap between education and practical skills necessary for future careers. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | TT: Technology: Handicrafts, Arts and crafts |
| Subject | Woodwork (Manual training) |
| Subject | Sloyd |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 37447 |
| Release Date | Sep 16, 2011 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 115 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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