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Peer reviewedKozulin, Alex – School Psychology International, 2002
Discusses the two theories that have contributed most to the development of the mediational approach to learning, Vygotskian sociocultural theory and Feuerstein's theory of Mediated Learning Experience. Both theories emphasize the importance of sociocultural forces in shaping a child's development and learning, and have generated a number of…
Descriptors: Child Development, Learning Processes, Learning Theories, Mediation Theory
Hanson, Mary Ellen – 1983
In the late 19th century and the early 20th century, an era of narrowly circumscribed female roles, basketball created tension by expanding women's opportunities for competitive athletic activity. The characteristics which made it popular with women--spontaneity, freedom of movement, and vigorous team play--contradicted prevailing ideals of…
Descriptors: Basketball, Competition, Higher Education, Physical Education
Eastman, Moira – 1983
In reviewing the literature related to education for family life, this discussion focuses on three main areas: the need for such education, trends in the development of family life education programs, and the results of evaluations of a wide range of programs. Evidence was found concerning (1) the key role families play in their members'…
Descriptors: Educational Needs, Evaluation Methods, Family Life Education, Family Problems
Download full textEllis, Bernard H., Jr., Ed.; And Others – 1980
The youth smoking problem is discussed and assistance is provided for teachers in developing smoking prevention and cessation programs. Four chapters serve as guides to understanding and working with the youth smoking problem. "Teenage Smoking in America" reviews trends in teenage smoking behavior and the factors that influence the initiation of…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Attitude Change, Curriculum Development, Decision Making
Charters, Alexander N., Comp. – 1980
This is the third of eight volumes consisting of series of publications of the Center for the Study of Liberal Education for Adults (CSLEA), such as Notes and Essays, Research Reports, Occasional Papers, and Conference Reports. These materials provide both theory and practice in the area of non-credit adult liberal education offered by colleges…
Descriptors: Adult Education, Adult Learning, Adult Programs, Cognitive Processes
Kentucky Univ., Lexington. Cooperative Extension Service. – 1980
Designed for use as a reference and resource in program development by home economics extension staff, this report identifies national trends and educational needs of families in relation to extension programs for families. Changing population patterns, economic indicators, social structures, and health problems are discussed in terms of their…
Descriptors: Conservation Education, Demography, Economic Change, Economic Factors
