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Alvarez-Vargas, Daniela; Perez, Jessica Paola Lopez; Bermudez, Vanessa Noemy; Beltrán-Grimm, Susana; Santana, Evelyn; Begolli, Kreshnik; Bustamante, Andres Sebastian – Theory Into Practice, 2023
In this article, we demonstrate how playful learning serves to provide optimal learning opportunities through teacher-guided play. First, we describe the theoretical design principles that can be leveraged to support mathematical learning for students that have been underserved. Then, we provide concrete examples of evidence-based games that can…
Descriptors: Evidence Based Practice, Physical Activities, Play, Mathematics Education
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Gardner, Madelyn; Melnick, Hanna; Meloy, Beth; Barajas, Jessica – Learning Policy Institute, 2019
A number of states are considering policy proposals to update credential or degree requirements for early educators. Practitioners, policy experts, and researchers have expressed concern, however, that well-intentioned policies to raise educator qualifications without sufficient supports may have negative consequences for the adequacy; stability;…
Descriptors: Early Childhood Education, Early Childhood Teachers, Preservice Teacher Education, Labor Force Development
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Vincent, Ida – Journal of Education for Library and Information Science, 1988
Discussion of the teaching of management in library education, focuses on curriculum aimed at raising awareness and developing positive attitudes, management as a permeating principle rather than a discrete subject, and the involvement of practitioners in curriculum design. A number of specific strategies for achieving these goals are proposed.…
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Curriculum Research, Educational Objectives, Educational Strategies
Anderson, Beverly L. – 1992
The products of research and the successes of curriculum reforms are often inaccessible to teachers, administrators, and policymakers. This paper was designed to help researchers communicate their knowledge of successful curriculum reform to policymakers and practitioners, in order to influence practice. It focuses on making more effective use of…
Descriptors: Communications, Curriculum Development, Curriculum Research, Diffusion (Communication)
O'Donnell, Holly – 1986
Intended for administrators and policymakers as well as teachers, this digest explores issues affecting high school literature programs. The digest first explores whether a literature curriculum can be based upon the results of limited surveys of high school reading interests. Next, the digest addresses the question of what literature to include…
Descriptors: Course Content, Curriculum Development, Educational Trends, English Curriculum
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Hang, Mi Zi – Physics Education, 1988
Describes the history and structure of physics education in secondary schools in China. Discusses the selection of course content. Cites the historical failure of the cultural revolution for the present bias of theoretical over practical physics. Discusses the China-U.S. physics examination and application project. (CW)
Descriptors: College Science, Course Content, Curriculum Development, Educational Philosophy
Disinger, John F. – 1987
During 1987 the ERIC Clearinghouse for Science, Mathematics, and Environmental Education (ERIC/SMEAC) conducted a survey of the state education agencies, asking respondents to summarize their perceptions as to how schools include environmental topics in their curricula by responding to a questionnaire. Also requested was information concerning…
Descriptors: Curriculum Design, Curriculum Development, Elementary Secondary Education, Environmental Education
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Koroscik, Judith Smith – Arts Education Policy Review, 1994
Contends that changing climate of educational research and teaching will influence how the arts will be taught in the future. Recommends broadening the disciplinary structure of the arts and design curriculum and the use of collaborative research. (CFR)
Descriptors: Art Education, Art Teachers, Cognitive Processes, Curriculum Development
Appleton, Ken, Ed. – Lawrence Erlbaum Associates (Bks), 2006
Reflecting recent policy and standards initiatives, emerging research agendas, and key innovations, this volume provides a contemporary overview of important developments and issues that have that have in recent years shaped elementary science education pre-service courses and professional development, and practices that are shaping future…
Descriptors: Teacher Educators, Teacher Education, Science Education, Professional Development
Kansas State Dept. of Education, Topeka. – 1984
This guide is designed to provide a rationale and structure which can enable educational planners and decision makers in Kansas to develop and select science curricula. The content of the publication is intended to be used by administrators in charge of curriculum, departmental and district science chairpersons, and all teachers, citizens and…
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Curriculum Evaluation, Elementary School Science, Elementary Secondary Education
Popkewitz, Thomas S. – 1983
This monograph, part of a series that attempts to bring a particular intellectual perspective to bear on the practical problems of administering education, points out that educational administration as a field of study is of limited use in coming to terms with the complexity and value-laden nature of educational practice. Language and cultural…
Descriptors: Critical Thinking, Curriculum Development, Educational Administration, Educational Change
Watanabe, Ryo – Prospects, 1992
Discusses why Japan has participated in the international cooperative studies sponsored by the International Association for the Evaluation of Educational Achievement (IEA). Asserts that Japanese educators want to compare not only content acquisition but also measures of cognitive learning. (CFR)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Computer Uses in Education, Curriculum Development, Educational Research
Griffith, Jeanne E.; Medrich, Elliott A. – Prospects, 1992
Contends that, although surveys of international achievement have been of interest to the U.S. educational community, these studies are now receiving attention among policymakers. Asserts that significant changes are occurring in world economy and that international achievement comparisons are receiving coverage in the U.S. media. (CFR)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Adult Education, Curriculum Development, Educational Objectives
Elmore, Richard F.; McLaughlin, Milbrey Wallin – 1988
This report analyzes the relationship between educational policymaking and educational practice in schools and classrooms by drawing lessons from recent attempts to reform schools with policy. Educational reform operates on the following loosely connected levels: (1) policy; (2) administration; and (3) practice. Policy can set the conditions for…
Descriptors: Administrator Attitudes, Administrator Role, Analysis of Variance, Board of Education Policy
Feder, Gershon; Murgai, Rinku; Quizon, Jaime B. – 2003
A study evaluated the impact of Farmer Field Schools in Indonesia, an intensive participatory training program emphasizing integrated pest management. Focus was on whether program participation improved yields and reduced pesticide use among graduates and neighbors who gained knowledge through informal communications. It used a modified…
Descriptors: Adult Farmer Education, Agricultural Production, Agriculture, Behavior Change
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