Discusses the notions and concepts presented in "Le Petit Nicholas." Examines (1) how Goscinny presents his assimilation and understanding of French life to French children and adults and (2) how the books can be used as an introduction to French civilization at the intermediate level. (EKN)

Explores the philosophy behind Haiku and discusses 11 characteristics basic to this form of poetry to help teachers better understand it. (HTH)

This article presents a rationale for a multicultural approach to teaching physical education. Teachers don't need to know all of the culturally specific answers but must be aware that there may be differences in interactional styles. (MT)

Suggests foreign language teachers can use comparison of physical life in the relevant country with that in the United States as way to sharpen understanding of other cultures and encourage participation in foreign study programs. Uses Germany as an example. (Author/BK)

Describes the cultural background of the Vietnamese people, the trauma of their refugee experience, and patterns of coping with the resettlement process. Addresses the role of the social worker in the assessment of and intervention with problems of Vietnamese refugees. (JAC)

A participant in the National Association of Secondary School Principals British headmasters exchange shares his thoughts and insights into British education and looks at the similarities and differences. (MLF)

It is argued that study of French language and literature is perceived as feminine because, like other languages, it is represented as such and because of the stereotypes held of France, its language, and its culture. The university student's concern is for the study's symbolism rather than its utility. (16 references) (MSE)

This guide identifies sources of information useful to libraries in meeting their users' needs on topics pertaining to Texas: books about the state's history, culture, and geography, and state agencies, and other bodies which provide information on specific topics. Included are books, both nonfiction and reference, telephone numbers, and…

By viewing approximately two dozen Japanese television commercials, secondary students enrolled in an area studies course about Japan were able to generate tones and impressions reflecting many important experiences of the Japanese society that the course would later explore in more detail. The introductory lesson was very successful. (RM)

Presents an introductory activity for a unit on the People's Republic of China. Students identify the country through four sets of clues about China's cultural characteristics, such as, where in the world would you find books being printed for Ghana schools, barefoot doctors, and Peonybrand toilet paper. (Author/KC)

The teaching of culture in second-language instruction is discussed from the perspective that cultural instruction should focus less on specific cultural traits or differences and more generally on the ability to exchange ideas about cultural experience. (MSE)

Recent literature which proposes a more active therapeutic stance with Afro-American clients is consistent with general trends in clinical theory. Therapists are beginning to appreciate the usefulness of the concept of the "self." Rychlak (1979) notes that a humanistic approach in psychology emphasizes the importance of an introspective…

Australians are known for their egalitarian spirit, manifested by a dislike of social pretension and affectation. A brief history of the country from the time of its establishment in 1788 as a dumping ground for Britain's unwanted criminals to the present is presented. (RM)

Discusses the use of "Le Petit Nicholas" as an intermediate French reading text. Provides ideas for exercises and teaching techniques that can be used with the book. (EKN)

Designed for elementary and secondary school social studies educators, this examination of the beliefs, values, customs, and philosophies of diverse groups of Mennonites living in the United States focuses specifically on major differences between and among the Holdeman Mennonites, the Hutterites, the General Conference Mennonites, the Mennonite…