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Title
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EWP 4-2A Yr 1930 White Teacher Institute
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Description
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On September 9, 1930, the Loudoun County Teachers' Institute was held at Leesburg High School, featuring a range of discussions and presentations focused on educational practices. The agenda included a debate on whether to switch to a letter grading system, as well as a review of recommended changes to textbooks for the upcoming school year. Dr. C. E. Myers led a session on the next steps following the School Survey Commission's recommendations, while also addressing issues like increasing attendance and the potential benefits of implementing a bonus system for teachers. A specific focus was placed on the demands placed on teachers to have students participate in various contests, raising questions about the sustainability of such expectations. Additionally, the meeting addressed the possibility of appointing teachers for longer terms, among other topics aimed at improving the educational system in Loudoun County.
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Tag
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September, Loudoun County, Teachers Institute, Leesburg High School, educational practices, letter grading system, textbooks, School Survey Commission, attendance, bonus system, contestsSee all items with this value
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Place
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Virginia
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Identifier
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1019139
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Is Version Of
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1019139_EWP_4-2A_Yr_1930_White_Teacher_Institute.pdf
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Is Part Of
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Preservation Records
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Date Created
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8/2/23
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Format
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PDF Document
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Publisher
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Digitized by Edwin Washington Project
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Rights
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Loudoun County Public Schools
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Language
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English