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Simmons, Roberta G.; And Others – Child Development, 1987
The impact of experiencing multiple life changes in early adolescence was studied. Subjects were students followed from sixth to seventh grade and variables analyzed were self-esteem, academic grade-point average, and participation in extra-curricular activities. (PCB)
Descriptors: Adjustment (to Environment), Adolescents, Grade Point Average, Individual Development
Roberson, Janice Blair – Gifted Child Today (GCT), 1986
"Let's Celebrate Uniqueness" is a one-semester whole class program designed for fourth to seventh grade gifted and non-gifted students. Specific activities are suggested for the four program steps: (1) understanding the concept of uniqueness, (2) recognition of uniqueness of self, (3) recognition of uniqueness of others, (4) and valuing uniqueness…
Descriptors: Class Activities, Elementary Education, Gifted, Individual Development
Bunyan, Peter – Horizons, 1997
Provides the outdoor adventure educator with a working knowledge of self-esteem to inform practice and allow communication between practitioners. Discusses a practical model of self-esteem, methods of increasing global self-esteem, evidence that adventure increases self-esteem, and relevant guidelines for framing adventure activities. (SV)
Descriptors: Adventure Education, Educational Environment, Individual Development, Models
Pendarvis, Faye – 1990
This document investigates the attitudes of successful individuals, citing the achievement of established goals as the criteria for success. After offering various definitions of success, the paper focuses on the importance of self-esteem to success and considers ways by which the self-esteem of students can be improved. Theories of human behavior…
Descriptors: Achievement, Attitudes, Elementary Secondary Education, Goal Orientation
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Applegate, Mauree – Childhood Education, 1988
Considers how educational practices may be disintegrating children's development of a sense of a self that strives toward integrity and wholeness. Focuses on the current overemphasis on homogeneous grouping and IQ tests, the dullness of modern textbooks, and the lack of encouragement of critical thinking skills. (SKC)
Descriptors: Critical Thinking, Educational Philosophy, Elementary Education, Homogeneous Grouping
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Reis, Sally M. – Roeper Review, 1991
This article reviews several research studies on the achievement of gifted females. Factors that appear to contribute to lower achievement in career and profession include lower aspirations, lack of mentors, pressure to put energy into family, and poor self-esteem. Stressed are the different timelines for achievement experienced by many females.…
Descriptors: Adult Development, Elementary Secondary Education, Females, Gifted
Farmer, Deneita Jo – 1988
This practicum was designed in response to the observation that very young children who accompanied Head Start parents assisting in Head Start classrooms were observed to be either extremely withdrawn or extremely active. The practicum was implemented to improve the relationships of parents and their infants and toddlers. Practicum goals were to…
Descriptors: Compensatory Education, Competence, Home Visits, Individual Development
Hoyle, Rick H.; Kernis, Michael H.; Leary, Mark R.; Baldwin, Mark W. – 1999
Much has been written on the self during the latter half of the twentieth century, a period when citizens of the free world have embraced self-esteem and the pursuit of self-interest as fundamental entitlements. This widespread interest in the self has produced a large amount of information and misinformation. This book aims to summarize the…
Descriptors: Concept Formation, Egocentrism, History, Individual Development
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Pine, Gerald J.; Boy, Angelo V. – Clearing House, 1979
Following a brief discussion of the "occupational diseases" of teaching are some questions which teachers can ask themselves to help define for themselves how they might use the teaching process to enrich themselves as people. (KC)
Descriptors: Educational Philosophy, Elementary Secondary Education, Individual Development, Job Enrichment
Witmer, J. Melvin – 1985
This book is intended to motivate persons working in the human and social service occupations toward fuller personal development as well as to improve professional competence. The first part discusses the process of becoming a more fully functioning person. Human potential, barriers to personal growth, self-fulfillment, and seeking pathways to…
Descriptors: Coping, Counselors, Creativity, Decision Making
Silvernail, David L. – 1985
This publication reviews empirical research in an effort to: (1) help educators improve their understanding of self-concept development; and (2) identify effective strategies for developing positive student self-concepts. An introduction and a brief section on definitions is followed by a discussion of early (pre-school) self-concept development.…
Descriptors: Classroom Techniques, Definitions, Educational Diagnosis, Elementary Secondary Education
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Brooks, Jane P. – Teaching Exceptional Children, 1992
Implementation of the Human Development and Family Life Course for adolescent and young adult students with moderate mental retardation is described. The program includes teacher training and parent involvement, a focus on building trust and self-esteem, connection to a network of support, a counseling approach, weekly meetings, and repetition.…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Counseling, Course Content, Family Life Education
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Benes, Clarence H.; Steinbrink, John E. – Social Studies, 1996
Describes a class project where students conduct research about their names. These intensely personal activities foster historical and multicultural insight, prosocial action, and a sense of community on the part of the students. Includes an appendix with lesson plans, extension activities, and related resources. (MJP)
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Family History, Individual Development, Learning Activities
Dickmann, Leonore W. – 1982
Self-management theory proposes that an individual organize activities around a set of goals that are carefully considered. These goals can help students develop a positive self-concept which in turn correlates with higher achievement. Primary grade teachers generally have ways in which to help learners see themselves as worthy, while in the…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Decision Making, Elementary Secondary Education, Goal Orientation
Bauer, James J. – 1999
This book is specifically written for dyslexic or learning disabled individuals seeking insight into their disorder and its effects on their lives. The material is divided into 52 chapters, which are written expressly so that they will not be intimidating to learning disabled individuals. The chapters are drawn from issues that the author is asked…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Adult Education, Adults, Anxiety
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