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PART SECOND.
The Principles of the Ratio Studiorum. Its Theory and Practice Viewed in the Light of Modern Educational Problems.
Chapter IX.
Adaptability of the Ratio Studiorum.—Prudent Conservatism.
Adaptability and Adaptation 280
Necessity of Wise Conservatism 288
Lesson from Germany 289
Lesson from American Schools 292
Chapter X.
The Intellectual Scope.
Scope of Education: Harmonious Training of the Mind 297
Cramming in Modern Systems 300
Premature Specialization 302
Function of the College 306
Chapter XI.
Prescribed Courses or Elective Studies.
Electivism in the United States 310
President Eliot Censures the Jesuit Colleges for Adhering to Prescribed Courses 311
Criticism of the Elective System 313
Dangers for the Moral Training 316
Dangers for the Intellectual Training 322
Wise Election almost Impossible 325