A Class Room Logic: Deductive and Inductive, with Special Application to the Science and Art of Teaching

"A Class Room Logic" by George Hastings McNair is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. The book serves as a treatise on logical reasoning, focusing on both deductive and inductive logic with a particular emphasis on their applications in education and teaching. McNair aims to simplify complex concepts for students, making the subject accessible while fostering better reasoning and critical thinking skills. The beginning of the work sets an academic tone, addressing the foundational concepts of logic and its relevance to the teaching profession. McNair outlines the scope and nature of logic, emphasizing its role in understanding thought processes. He contrasts different aspects of the mind—such as knowing, feeling, and willing—and delineates how logic connects, relates, and clarifies those functions. This foundation leads into discussions on intuitive knowledge, the importance of clear expression in logical terms, and the value of reasoning in educational contexts, all aimed at enhancing the cognitive abilities of students and future citizens.