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Caption: Course Catalog - 1893-1894
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84 UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS. Mathematics.—Algebra and geometry as required for entrance to the University and any of the University courses in the present catalogue from 1 to 11. Assistant Professor MYERS. Pedagogics.—The general principles underlying method, the changes at present taking place in our public school curriculum, interest and apperception, are some of the topics that will be discussed. Much of the work will be done through round tables, i.e., by informal discussion. Professor C. A. MCMURRY. Physical Culture.—The University gymnasium will be available for both men and women, and instruction will be given in the modern scientific methods of physical education, including elementary and advanced work. The regulation suit for women is described elsewhere in this catalogue. Miss KELLOGG. Physiology.—General human physiology with laboratory work Special attention will be given to such class demonstrations as can be made without expensive apparatus. Assistant Professor SUMMERS. Psychology.—Subjects closely allied to pedagogics—for example, the imagination, memory, thinking. Their bearing on actual teaching will be kept in view. Professor C. A. MCMURRY. Psychology and Child-Study.—(1) Experimental psychology, Laboratory demonstrations, and, for advanced workers, special investigations with apparatus and specimens; Lectures upon methods and resultsfa) Child-Study. Order of development of mental powers, contents of mind at six years of age, mental economy and waste in school room, adolescence in relation to study, periods of life and growth. Assistant Professor KROHN. Zoology.—For beginners a study of a few common types with dissections and use of microscope. For those specializing in this branch, further studies upon selected types. Advanced students will have special work to meet individual cases. A special course in entomology, offered because, among other things, insects furnish one of the best opportunities for studies in systematic zoology. Assistant Professor SUMMERS. Suitable accommodations (including both board and room) can be found in either Champaign or Urbana, at prices ranging from $3.50 to $5.50 per week. Any person desiring to engage board or room, or wishing any further information in regard to the courses offered, should address a letter of inquiry to F . M. McMURRY, URBANA, I I I .
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