Thomson, Godfrey Hilton, Sir, 1881-1955 (psychologist and Bell Professor of Education, University of Edinburgh)
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Handwritten notes, c1930s
This material was either created, collected by, or refers to Professor Sir Godfrey Thomson.
- Handwritten notes, c1930s;
- Correspondence, 1932-1941;
- Manuscript authored by Thomson titled The Mathematics of Mental Testing, c mid 20th century;
- Thomson's notebook, c 1947.
Handwritten notes for lecture to the Newcastle school of cooking, and lecture to Stockton Grammar School, 21 Nov 1931
In Praise of Examinations, 22 Apr 1943
Inaugural lecture, 1925
"Instinct, Intelligence, and Character", Godfrey H Thomson, London: George Allen Unwin Ltd, 1927
Inscribed Balfour Hostel.
"Instinct, Intelligence, and Character", Godfrey Thomson, London: George Allen Unwin Ltd, 1925
The books largely regard education and intelligence testing.
Journal publications, 1907-1954
Contains Thomson's, articles, reviews of others' work, lectures and addresses, notes, and letters to editors.
Items of note include Thomson's obituary of Spearman; his Galton lecture, and his Ludwig Mond lecture.
Lecture by Thomson titled A Comparison of English and American Education, 1 Oct 1924
Lecture I titled Discipline, c1916-1918
Lecture II: Interest, c1916-1918
Thomson outlines how the lecturer can gain, maintain, and regain the interest of their students. Drawing parallels with musical composition and form, he covers topics such as including building up anticipation through the use of foreshadowing, matching the pace of the lecture to pupils' skill levels, and presenting new aspects of mundane topics.
Thomson outlines the importance of an introductory section to engage students' attention and set the tone of the lesson.
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