be able to work problems in the various rules. To show readiness and accuracy in rking problems in mental Arithmetic. Mensuration. To be familiar with the principal rules of Mensuration of Surfaces. Algebra.-To be well acquainted with the subject as far as Simple Simultaneous uations. Euclid.-Books I. II., with problems. NOTE-For Female Teachers, only the First Book of Euclid is required. Natural Philosophy.-To be acquainted with the properties of matter and with the mentary principles of Statics, Hydrostatics, and Pneumatics. rts. Chemistry.-To understand the Elements of Chemistry. Botany. To be familiar with the structure of Plants, &c., and the uses of the several Human Physiology-Some knowledge of Anatomy, Physiology, Hygiene. NOTE. Candidates may substitute the English Literature of the Intermediate Exination for Botany and Physiology. Those who choose to exercise this option shall tify the Inspector of their intention, when making their application, and the Inspector all forthwith transmit the information to the Department. X. FIRST-CLASS CERTIFICATES. General Conditions. 1. Candidates from the Normal Schools are eligible for examination for First-class rtificates as provided by the seventh Regulation. 2. Other candidates for a First-class (Provincial) certificate, must furnish satisfactory oof of temperate habits and good moral character, and of having successfully taught in School for five years, or two years, if during that period he has held a Second-class rtificate, granted under the Regulations. 3. All other candidates for First class certificates (with the exceptions mentioned low), who do not already possess Second-class Provincial certificates, shall be required previously pass the examination for such Second-class certificates. 4. A. First-class certificate of any grade renders the holder eligible for the office of xaminer of Public School Teachers; that of the highest grade (A) renders the holder igible for the office of Public School Inspector. Certificates of eligibility for these offices n be obtained on application to the Department. 5. Teachers holding First or Second-class certificates, granted anywhere in the ritish Dominions, may be admitted to examination for First and Second-class certificates spectively, in this Province, provided that they produce satisfactory evidence of good oral character and time of actual experience, as required of other Teachers. 6. Graduates in Arts who have proceeded regularly to their degrees in any university the British Dominions, and who produce satisfactory evidence of having taught succeslly for one year, and satisfactory proof of good moral character, may be admitted to the tamination for First-class certificates without previously obtaining Third and Second-class rtificates. Subjects of Examination. Reading,-To be able to read intelligently and expressively a passage selected from by English author. Spelling. To be able to write correctly a passage dictated from any English author. Etymology.-As for Second-class Teachers. Grammar.-To be thoroughly acquainted with the subject, as contained in the uthorized Text-Books. Composition. As for Second-class Teachers. English Literature.-To have a general acquaintance with English Literature and with s history, as to which certain special eras and authors will be taken up annually, of hich due notice will be given by the Department. The subjects prescribed for the year 877 are set forth in the note annexed. Chemistry. As for Second-class Teachers; and to be familiar with the Definitions, Nomenclature, Laws of Chemical Combinations, and to possess a general knowledge of the Chemistry of the Metalloids and Metals. Human Physiology.-As for Second-class Teachers. Natural History.-General View of Animal Kingdom. Geography.-As for Second-class Teachers, and in addition, to possess a special knowledge of the Geography of British America and the United States, including the relative positions of the Provinces and the States with their capitals; to understand the structure of the crust of the earth; use of the globes. History. A knowledge of General, Ancient, and Modern History, for such portions and particular periods as may from time to time be prescribed by the Department, and of which due notice will be given. The subjects prescribed for the year 1877 are set forth in the note annexed. Education.-As for Second-class Teachers, and in addition, to possess a good knowledge of the elementary principles of Mental and Moral Philosophy; and to be acquainted with the methods of teaching all the branches of the Public School course. School Law. To be acquainted with the Law and Official Regulations relating to Trustees, Teachers, Municipal Councils, and School Inspectors. Music.-To know the principles of Vocal Music. Drawing. To evince facility in making perspective and outline sketches of common objects on the blackboard. Book-keeping.-As for Second-class Teachers. Arithmetic. To know the subject in theory and practice. To be able to solve problems in arithmetical rules with accuracy, neatness and despatch. To be ready and accurate in solving problems in Mental Arithmetic. Mensuration. To be familiar with rules for Mensuration of Surfaces and Solids. Algebra. To know the subject as contained in the authorized text-book completed. Euclid.-Books I. II. III. IV., Definitions of V., and Book Vi., with exercises. NOTE.-For Female Teachers, the First Book only of Euclid is required. If, how ever, the candidate desires a certificate of eligibility as an Examiner, the same examination must be passed in Euclid as is required of male Teachers. Natural Philosophy.—As for Second-class Teachers; and in addition, to be acquainted with Dynamics. Chemical Physics.-To have a good general acquaintance with the subjects of Heat, Light, and Electricity. Natural History-General View of Animal Kingdom-Character of principal Classes, Orders and Genera. Botany.-Vegetable Physiology and Anatomy-Systematic Botany-Flowering Plants of Canada. Agricultural Chemistry.-Proximate and ultimate constituents of plants and soilsMechanical and Chemical modes of improving soils-Rotation of Crops, etc., etc. NOTE. For July, 1877, there have been selected a part of the works of four eminent authors, each of whom represents a different period in the literary history of England, and candidates for First-class certificates will be examined on these selections, as well as on the lives of the authors, and on the literary history of the period in which each author lived, with the causes to which the several periods owe their peculiar literary character. The following are the works selected : I. The Tragedy of Macbeth.-Shakespeare. II. Ten of Lord Bacon's Essays, namely:— No. 1. Of Truth. No. 3. Of Unity in Religion. No. 5. Of Adversity. No. 16. Of Atheism. No. 23. Of Wisdom for a Man's Self. No. 29. Of the True Greatness of Kingdoms and Estates. No. 32. Of Discourse. No. 34. Of Riches. No. 41. Of Usury. No. 50. Of Studies. III. Ten Essays by Addison, from the Spectator, namely: No. 26. Reflections in Westminster Abbey. No. 317. On Waste of Time. Journal of a Citizen. No. 329. Visit with Sir Roger de Coverley to Westminster Abbey. No. 517. Death of Sir Roger de Coverley. No. 558 and 559. Endeavours of Mankind to get rid of their Burdens. No. 565. On the Nature of Man. Of the Supreme Being. No. 567. Method of Political Writers affecting Secrecy. No. 568. Coffee-house Conversation on the preceding Paper. IV. The Lady of the Lake.--Scott. The following portions of History, for July, 1877, are prescribed, viz.: 1. General History.-Freeman, chaps. I. to V. inclusive. A Dream. 2. Ancient History.-Special and more detailed study of a particular period-History of Greece to the close of the Peloponnesian War. (Schmitz's Ancient History, Book II., or the History of Greece, by Dr. W. Smith, may be consulted.) 3. Modern History.-Special and more detailed study of a particular period-History of England: the Tudor period. (Green's short History of the English people, and Macaulay's History of England, chap. I., may be consulted.) ADAM CROOKS, Minister of Education. X. -ADDITIONAL REGULATIONS-PUBLIC SCHOOL TEACHERS, 1877. Copy of an Order in Council approved by His Honour the Lieutenant-Governor, the 31st day of May, A.D., 1877. Upon the recommendation of the Honourable the Minister of Education, the Committee of Council advise that your Honour do approve of the Annexed Additional Regulations to apply to the examination of Public School Teachers for the year 1877. Certified. 31st May, 1877. Additional Regulations to apply to the examination of Public School Teachers for the 1877. year 1. Any teacher who has taught successfully for one year, may be examined on the subjeets of examination prescribed for Second-class Certificates, omitting School Law, Education, Music and Drawing; and if he pass such Examination, he shall then be eligible for admission to a Normal School, as a Teacher in training, with a view to his obtaining a Secondclass Certificate. 2. Any person who has passed the Intermediate Examination, or who shall pass either of the Intermediate Examinations to be held during the year 1877, may, on producing proof of having taught successfully for one year, be allowed to attend a Normal School as a Teacherin-training with a view to his obtaining a Second-class Certificate. 3. Also any Candidates who at present hold Third-class Certificates, and who have proved their ability to teach, but who may fail to pass the prescribed Examination for Second-class Certificates, may on the recommendation of the Central Committee, having regard to the character of their answers at such examination, receive from the Minister, authority to teach on their present Certificates, for such time as he may deem fit. 4. As cases may arise where Third class Teachers are unable to qualify themselves for passing the examination prescribed for Second-class Certificates, and as, nevertheless, it is desirable in such cases, that the teachers who are in this position should not be excluded from the profession, the Minister may, on the recommendation of the County Inspector, allow a Third-class Teacher of experience and proved teaching ability, to teach permanently, or for any specified length of time on a Third class Certificate, within the County for which the Certificate has been granted. But each such case must be specially reported on by the Inspector, who shall state fully the grounds which, in his opinion, warrant the departure from the ordinary rule. XI. REGULATIONS RESPECTING THE PUBLIC SCHOOL PROGRAMME. Copy of an Order in Council, approved by His Honour the Lieutenant-Governor the 31st day of May A.D. 1877. Upon the recommendation of the Honourable the Minister of Education, the Com mittee of Council advise that your Honour do approve of the annexed Regulations respecting the programme or course of study in the public schools. Certified. |