A Class Room Logic

Deductive and Inductive, with Special Application to the Science and Art of TeachingBy George Hastings McNair
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In "A Class Room Logic," George Hastings McNair presents an incisive exploration of reasoning within the confines of educational settings. Through a blend of analytical essays and practical examples, McNair delves into the application of logical principles in classroom discourse, emphasizing the significance of critical thinking in shaping both pedagogy and student engagement. His literary style melds clarity with rigor, reflecting an understanding of educational theories against the backdrop of mid-20th-century American education, a period marked by shifting pedagogical paradigms and increased emphasis on philosophy in teaching. George Hastings McNair, a seasoned educator and philosopher, roots his work in extensive experience within the academic landscape. His background in logic and philosophy, coupled with dedication to improving educational practices, inspired him to articulate the indispensable role of logic in effective teaching strategies. This book emerges as a reflection of his commitment to fostering intellectual inquiry and equipping educators with tools to enhance their students' analytical abilities. This compelling text is highly recommended for educators, administrators, and students alike, as it provides foundational insights into not only the mechanics of teaching logical reasoning but also its broader implications for fostering a generation of critically aware thinkers. McNair's work transcends mere theory, offering practical applications that resonate across disciplines.

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GenreEducation and Learning
Length14 hrs 48 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 29, 2019
LanguageEnglish

Table of contents

1A CLASS ROOM LOGIC
2CHAPTER 1. THE SCOPE AND NATURE OF LOGIC.
31. THE MIND.
42. LOGIC RELATED TO OTHER SUBJECTS.
53. LOGIC DEFINED.
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64. THE VALUE OF LOGIC TO THE STUDENT.
75. OUTLINE—
86. SUMMARY.
97. REVIEW QUESTIONS.
108. QUESTIONS FOR ORIGINAL THOUGHT AND INVESTIGATION.
11CHAPTER 2. THOUGHT AND ITS OPERATION.
121. THE KNOWING MIND COMPARED WITH THE THINKING MIND.
132. KNOWING BY INTUITION.
143. THE THINKING PROCESS.
154. NOTIONS, INDIVIDUAL AND GENERAL.
165. KNOWLEDGE AND IDEA AS RELATED TO THE NOTION.
176. THE LOGIC OF THE PSYCHOLOGICAL TERMS INVOLVED IN THE NOTION.
187. THOUGHT IN THE SENSATION AND PERCEPT.
198. EVOLUTION AND THE THINKING MIND.
209. THE CONCEPT AS A THOUGHT PRODUCT.
2110. THE JUDGMENT AS A THOUGHT PRODUCT.
2211. INFERENCE AS A THOUGHT PRODUCT.
2312. THINKING AND APPREHENSION.
2413. STAGES IN THINKING.
2514. OUTLINE.
2615. SUMMARY.
2716. REVIEW QUESTIONS.
2817. QUESTIONS FOR ORIGINAL THOUGHT AND INVESTIGATION.
29CHAPTER 3. THE PRIMARY LAWS OF THOUGHT.
301. TWO FUNDAMENTAL LAWS.
312. THE LAW OF IDENTITY.
323. LAW OF CONTRADICTION.
334. THE LAW OF EXCLUDED MIDDLE.
345. THE LAW OF SUFFICIENT REASON.
356. UNITY OF PRIMARY LAWS OF THOUGHT ILLUSTRATED BY SYMBOLS.
367. OUTLINE.
378. SUMMARY.
389. ILLUSTRATIVE EXERCISES.
3910. REVIEW QUESTIONS.
4011. QUESTIONS FOR ORIGINAL THOUGHT AND INVESTIGATION.
41CHAPTER 4. LOGICAL TERMS.
421. LOGICAL THOUGHT AND LANGUAGE INSEPARABLE.
432. MEANING OF LOGICAL TERM.
443. CATEGOREMATIC AND SYNCATEGOREMATIC WORDS.
454. SINGULAR TERMS.
465. GENERAL TERMS.
476. COLLECTIVE AND DISTRIBUTIVE TERMS.
487. CONCRETE AND ABSTRACT TERMS.
498. CONNOTATIVE AND NON-CONNOTATIVE TERMS.
509. POSITIVE AND NEGATIVE TERMS.
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