Publisher's Synopsis
Formal Discipline is a book written by Charles J. C. Bennett, originally published in 1907. The book explores the concept of formal discipline, which is the idea that certain academic subjects, such as mathematics and Latin, can improve a student's overall mental abilities and reasoning skills. Bennett argues that the study of these subjects not only provides practical knowledge, but also helps to develop mental habits and skills that can be applied in other areas of life. The book is divided into three parts. The first part provides an overview of the concept of formal discipline and its historical development. The second part examines the evidence for the effectiveness of formal discipline, drawing on studies and research from the time. The third part discusses the implications of formal discipline for education and the curriculum.Overall, Formal Discipline is a seminal work in the field of educational psychology, and remains relevant today as educators continue to debate the role of traditional academic subjects in developing students' cognitive abilities.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
