This literature review focuses on five currents: (1) politicization of teaching; (2) professionalization of teaching; (3) curriculum reform in teacher education; (4) democratization of teaching; and (5) revitalization of teacher education research. It concludes that scholarship in technology teacher education reflects mainstream issues, but…

There exists much research and theoretical literature on school restructuring that is of interest to policymakers, practitioners, and educational researchers. In this publication, a bibliography of journal articles, manuscripts, and books is provided that divides the literature into five areas. Section 1, "General References on School…

This annotated bibliography focuses on topics relevant to developing practical applications for community schools--that is, for schools committed to broad community education and involvement. The 192 titles selected have been grouped under 10 characteristics of the ideal community school: (1) community-related curriculum, (2) involvement of…

Designed as a starting point for anyone interested in home-based programs, this packet provides resources and basic information for program development and describes in particular the Child Development Associate (CDA) Program, a national effort embodying a new concept of training, assessing, and credentialing child care staff. Brief background…

Developed to aid vocational educators and counselors in securing resources for eliminating sex bias and role stereotyping, this bibliography contains references organized by the following topics: sex role stereotyping; textbook-curriculum bias; women in the labor force; careers and occupations; males in nontraditional roles; vocational education…

This "ERIC Flyer File" presents a collection of digests, minibibliographies, excerpts, and reprints on culturally and linguistically diverse exceptional learners. The collection of 18 items addresses 3 areas: assessment, curriculum and instruction, and parent involvement. The six resources on assessment focus on young Hispanic children…

This bibliography provides a recommended list of research and theoretical literature in school restructuring of interest to practitioners, policymakers, and researchers. The first section contains general references, including 66 articles and books on school reform proposals, how schools work, and the change process. The second section, addressing…

This volume contains abstracts of 76 projects (most of which were conducted in Australia and New Zealand) concerned with programs for youth and with social and educational developments affecting youth. The abstracts are arranged in the following two categories: (1) Social and Educational Developments: Policy, Analysis, Research; and (2) Programs:…

This handbook contains materials to assist high school teachers in increasing enrollment and completion rates in vocational programs preparing students for entry into nontraditional occupations. The first part of the manual outlines practices and activities addressing the following areas: guidance and counseling, special events for students,…