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Hess, Robert J.; And Others – Humanist Educator, 1978
Examined the effects of selected group experiences from the Human Development Program (HDP) on the self-concept of sixth-grade pupils. HDP is a semi-structured, flexible and open-ended developmental curriculum in the area of affective education. Results indicate that HDP is a valuable guidance tool. (Author)
Descriptors: Affective Objectives, Counseling Services, Elementary Education, Humanistic Education
Strein, William; Murphy, James P. – Humanist Educator, 1982
Analyzed 78 teachers' perceptions of their skills, knowledge, and attitudes about fostering students' emotional growth. Teachers rated themselves moderately skilled on most skill items and reported frequent use of skills designed to increase students' problem solving ability and self esteem. Results indicated much less curriculum use of affective…
Descriptors: Affective Objectives, Elementary Secondary Education, Emotional Development, Humanistic Education
Bleck, Robert; And Others – Humanist Educator, 1976
The aim of feelings classes is to help children learn how feelings and behaviors are related, and how they affect others and themselves. The present project studied whether a feelings class changed elementary school children's choices of potential behavioral reactions. The results indicate movements to more positive interpersonal interactings. (NG)
Descriptors: Affective Behavior, Affective Objectives, Behavior Patterns, Classroom Environment
Vicary, Judith R.; And Others – Humanist Educator, 1977
An Affective Education Committee was formed during the 1974-75 school year out of common interests of different committees to study the state of the art of affective education in the district. Results indicated teachers had considerable interest in learning to use various materials available to them within the district. (Author)
Descriptors: Affective Objectives, Curriculum Design, Educational Improvement, Elementary Secondary Education
McFadden, Hope; Moracco, John – Humanist Educator, 1980
Burnout in human service organizations can be caused by funding problems, overwork, the nature of clients, and ineffective management. A social-professional support group should be a formal part of the organizational structure to provide opportunities for evaluation and feedback, as well as individual help to professionals. (JAC)
Descriptors: Affective Objectives, Burnout, Human Services, Job Satisfaction
Dinkmeyer, Don; Dinkmeyer, Don, Jr. – Humanist Educator, 1980
To be an effective educator and motivator, teachers must clearly communicate their expectations based on an understanding of student behavior. The educator's goal should be to accent the positive behaviors, increase student self-esteem, and make discipline part of the educational process. (JAC)
Descriptors: Affective Objectives, Discipline, Educational Philosophy, Elementary Secondary Education
Pepperman, Carl W. – Humanist Educator, 1982
Provides some facts about humanistic education programs and suggests parents and critics be aware of them. Discusses benefits including preventing drug abuse and improving academic achievement. Cites several studies which show benefits to both students and school personnel. (JAC)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Administrators, Affective Objectives, Drug Abuse
