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Direct linkBevins, Stuart, Ed.; Lehane, Louise, Ed.; Booth, Josephine, Ed. – IGI Global, 2019
The core practice of professional scientists is inquiry, often referred to as research. If educators are to prepare students for a role in the professional scientific and technological community, exposing them to inquiry-based learning is essential. Despite this, inquiry-based teaching and learning (IBTL) remains relatively rare, possibly due to…
Descriptors: Inquiry, Science Education, Foreign Countries, Cultural Differences
Hall, Gene E., Ed.; Quin, Linda F., Ed.; Gollnick, Donna M., Ed. – John Wiley & Sons, Inc, 2018
This enlightening handbook offers current, international perspectives on the conditions in communities, contemporary practices in schooling, relevant research on teaching and learning, and implications for the future of education. It contains diverse conceptual frameworks for analyzing existing issues in education, including but not limited to…
Descriptors: Global Approach, Teaching Methods, Educational Practices, Context Effect
Schalock, Robert L., Ed.; Siperstein, Gary N., Ed. – 1996
This volume deals with the conceptualization and measurement of quality of life for persons with mental retardation and developmental disabilities. Part 1, "The Conceptualization of Quality of Life," contains: "Self Advocacy: Foundation for Quality of Life" (Nancy A. Ward and Kenneth D. Keith); "Quality of Life and the Individual's Perspective"…
Descriptors: Cultural Differences, Developmental Disabilities, Evaluation Methods, Measurement Techniques
Download full textGaddy, Barbara, Ed. – 1999
This document presents four research-based papers that were the catalyst for discussions at the first Mid-Continent Research for Education and Learning diversity roundtable in 1998. The goals established for this roundtable included: building participants' capacity for working with diverse populations; providing a catalyst for participants to…
Descriptors: Academic Standards, Cultural Differences, Diversity (Student), Educational Change
Peer reviewedvan Ments, Morry; Brooks, Greg; Shirts, Garry; Jones, Ken – Simulation & Gaming, 1998
Includes testimonials to, and previously published articles by, Ken Jones on categories in simulation; simulations in secondary schools, reading instruction, and English-as-a-Second-Language; simulations as assessment tools; aspects of design; differences in race, gender, and perceived ability and performance; influence of national culture;…
Descriptors: Ability, Classification, Communication Skills, Cultural Differences
Peer reviewedMadison, Anna-Marie, Ed. – New Directions for Program Evaluation, 1991
The six articles of this special issue focus on minority issues in program evaluation. The aim is to begin a discussion of minority concerns about the impact of cultural dominance on definitions of social goals, the measurement of outcomes, and the political consequences of the selection of evaluation methods. (SLD)
Descriptors: Cultural Differences, Elementary Secondary Education, Evaluation Methods, Higher Education
Greenwood, Charles R., Ed.; And Others – 1985
This monograph contains five papers that discuss an eco-behavioral approach to psychology, special education, and applied behavior analysis. The papers point out the advantages of assessing ecological factors (such as natural stimuli and special education procedures) in a quantitative fashion and in a temporal relationship with student behavior.…
Descriptors: Behavioral Science Research, Cultural Differences, Disabilities, Early Childhood Education
Macciomei, Nancy R., Ed.; Ruben, Douglas H., Ed. – 1999
This collection of papers examines proven strategies for assessing and managing high-risk behaviors while promoting healthy adolescent self-esteem among urban secondary school students. Part 1, "Problems in Urban Schoolchild Discipline," includes: (1) "Behavior Problems in Urban Schoolchildren" (Nancy R. Macciomei) and (2)…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Behavior Problems, Computer Uses in Education, Cultural Differences
Artiles, Alfredo J., Ed.; Zamora-Duran, Grace, Ed. – 1997
This book discusses the disproportionate representation of students from minority backgrounds in special education and gifted classes, and presents strategies that practitioners can use to better address the educational needs of all students. Chapter 1, "Disproportionate Representation: A Contentious and Unresolved Predicament" (Alfredo J. Artiles…
Descriptors: Access to Education, Classroom Communication, Cultural Differences, Cultural Influences
Garcia, Shernaz B., Ed. – 1994
This monograph presents four chapters on cultural and linguistic diversity in special education from the perspectives of three ethnic groups--African Americans, Asian/Pacific Islanders, and Mexican Americans, respectively. The first chapter is titled "Education Reform and Service Delivery to African-American Students," by Festus E.…
Descriptors: Ability Identification, Asian Americans, Black Students, Cultural Differences
ERIC Clearinghouse on Disabilities and Gifted Education, Arlington, VA. – 2001
This publication presents a digest of pertinent research and recommended practices for the first steps of providing early intervention services for young children from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Chapter 1, "Initial Identification and Referral: Child Find, Screening, and Tracking: Serving Culturally and Linguistically…
Descriptors: Cultural Awareness, Cultural Differences, Cultural Influences, Developmentally Appropriate Practices
Breen, Michael J., Ed.; Fiedler, Craig R., Ed. – 1996
This text presents 13 chapters on the assessment of students with emotional and/or behavioral disorders for the purpose of making educational placement and programming decisions consistent with federal and state diagnostic guidelines. Chapters are grouped into four sections focusing on: basic considerations for assessment of youth in this…
Descriptors: Advocacy, Anxiety, Attention Deficit Disorders, Behavior Disorders
Tibbetts, John, Ed.; Westby-Gibson, Dorothy, Ed. – 1983
This handbook is designed as a process approach to competency-based adult education (CBAE) implementation in the areas of management, assessment, guidance, and instruction. Each component also addresses cultural considerations. The guide is organized in five sections. The first section is an overview of CBAE that explains the reasons for using…
Descriptors: Administration, Adult Basic Education, Adult Education, Change Strategies
Peer reviewedSwedburg, Randy; And Others – Journal of Physical Education, Recreation and Dance, 1995
Eleven articles highlight successful youth programs in health, physical education, and recreation, examining partnerships between schools, community agencies, and parks and recreation departments. The articles discuss issues of program evaluation, cultural diversity, inner city programs, skating, interagency collaboration, partnerships in…
Descriptors: Agency Cooperation, College School Cooperation, College Students, Community Programs
Barer-Stein, Thelma, Ed.; Kompf, Michael, Ed. – 2001
This book, which is intended as a text for future and experienced adult educators, examines current theories and best practices in adult education. The book consists of 20 chapters written by prominent practitioners in the field of adult education. The chapter titles and authors are as follows: "Teachers Sharing Experiences" (James A. Draper);…
Descriptors: Adoption (Ideas), Adult Educators, Adult Learning, Adult Literacy
