Open educational resources (OER), which have existed over 15 years, consists of, in principle, fully open educational content, available for free to all and are adaptable to serve the needs of the user. They were created as a response to the high cost of textbooks and as a means of leveling the playing field in terms of ensuring equal access to…

Despite the use of various anti-bullying programs, bullying continues to plague middle schools. However, there is an approach to bullying that complements other programs and can be easily integrated into course curriculum. This approach uses young adult novels to encourage adolescents to use perspective taking and empathy building through…

As public schools, charter schools have an obligation to serve English Leaners (EL); as self-governing, mission-oriented, and nimble schools, charter schools have a corresponding opportunity to provide innovative, student-centered opportunities to meet those obligations. This compilation from the National Charter School Resource Center (NCSRC) is…

Dry erase whiteboards come with toxic dry erase markers and toxic cleaning products. Dry erase markers labeled "nontoxic" are not free of toxic chemicals and can cause health problems. Children are especially vulnerable to environmental health hazards; moreover, schools commonly have problems with indoor air pollution, as they are more densely…

Workplace bullying is a phenomenon that is currently affecting as many as 70% of the workforce in the United States (Lutgen-Sandvic & McDermott, 2011). This phenomenon decreases morale, increases turn-over, and could soon lead to massive and costly litigation. In response to this I have proposed a two hour training course meant to educate workers…

This entry in the James H. Stronge Research-to-Practice Series focuses on specific strategies teachers can use to improve the quality of their instruction. Studies have shown teacher quality to be the top indicator of student achievement, with the effects of good teachers apparent even as students move on to successive grades. In this book, Grant,…

Describes some books and media for New Jersey Studies, as well as some miscellaneous texts and reference materials. (SJL)

This special section consists of annotations of books on education and related subjects published here and abroad.

This pamphlet is designed to demonstrate what is available in the ERIC system on dial access in education, a retrieval technique which permits a large variety of learning materials to be electronically delivered to almost any destination. Ten annotated references published between 1962 and 1968 comprise the major part of the pamphlet. (Author/SP)

As multicultural education is becoming integral to the core curriculum, teachers often implement this aspect into their courses through literature. However, standards and criteria to teach and promote active discussion about this literature are sparse. This book introduces pre-service and experienced teachers to the use of literature to promote…

This 873-item annotated bibliography cites books, pamphlets, leaflets, and other materials produced for education about alcohol from 1950 to May 1973. The major part of each annotation is a brief summary of the contents. The annotation also contains a statement of orientation or type of presentation and evaluative comments. Each item is classified…

THIS ANNOTATED BIBLIOGRAPHY OF EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS INCLUDES SELECTED MATERIALS PUBLISHED BY THE 17 MEMBER ORGANIZATIONS AFFILIATED WITH THE NATIONAL COUNCIL ON ADULT JEWISH EDUCATION OF THE AMERICAN ASSOCIATION FOR JEWISH EDUCATION. THE AIM OF THE GUIDE IS TO PROVIDE THE PROFESSIONAL AND THE LAY LEADER IN THE FIELD OF JEWISH ADULT EDUCATION WITH…

Presents a detailed resource list for information sources in the field of Newtonian studies. (SL)

"The Complete Guide to Service Learning" is the go-to resource in the fast-growing field of service learning. It is an award-winning treasury of service activities, community service project ideas, quotes, reflections, and resources that can help teachers and youth workers engage young hearts and minds in reaching out and giving back. Author, and…