In order that humanities studies have a more permanent place in American education, author suggests changes in the character of humanities education that must develop. (RK)

Discusses (1) the need for educational theory and the unwillingness of many professional educators to respect and use theory, (2) the unwillingness of professional educators to recognize that education is more than schooling, and (3) the relative inability of the education profession to connect the ideas of those working on curriculum matters to…

This report summarizes the historical development of humanism from Petrarch and Boccaccio in the Renaissance to the present. The freedom of thought, self-expression, and creative activity that characterized the humanistic schools are considered to be the fundamental bases of education today. A brief description is given of brutalization and…

Suggests that history teachers can increase student interest in United States history courses by using a biographical approach to teaching about individuals from many areas of American life. Surveys literary works and textbooks which lend themselves to incorporation into history courses. Journal availability: see SO 507 033. (DB)

Summarizes some of the ideas presented and discussed at the sixty-second annual convention of the National Council of Teachers of English held in November 1972. (TO)

The computer, working at the will of the human, has freed the human to assist others to become better human beings. The computer emancipates the teacher in the role of guiding the student to love learning. (Author)

Indicates that women are eased out of science careers by factors other than a supposed lack of spatial ability. Advocates that the masculine bias in science be reduced through the humanization of science and technology and a realignment of societal goals. (GS)

This article defines the aims and goals of a humanistic curriculum design. The philosophical foundation and assumptions are integrated into the problems and issues of a real school situation. The achievement of the new curriculum is described as a process of complete overhaul of the current public school structure. (Author/DE)

This document is a compilation of reports of persons involved in the fellowship program offered by the Institute of Health and Human Values. The fellowship program centers around recognition of a need to support faculty development so that appropriately trained people can be available for emerging programs that teach human values as part of health…

Capitalizing on the potential of a systems approach requires continuous recognition that the purpose of an educational institution is to help human beings grow and develop. All people affected by the program of a school system should reach consensus on issues where possible and clarify issues that need additional study and dialogue. A school…

This study investigated current criticisms of education and attempted to determine a rationale and establish guidelines for change in the secondary English program. What was sought was an English curriculum emphasizing humanistic ideals. An attempt was made to formulate guidelines for such a curriculum which would be realized through (1)…

Provides an explanation of the rationale, developmental processes, and long term objectives associated with a cross-curriculum environmental program for secondary students. Presents a listing of the aims and assessment objectives of the syllabus and includes an outline of the course. (ML)

Author stresses the need for greater inclusion of the arts in a university curriculum and suggests an outline for making universities into creative enterprises. (RK)

A social studies curriculum to help learners become national decision makers with regard to human behavior and social interaction is being developed using a seven point model for curricular/instructional revision. (ND)

Discusses importance of humanities education for the teacher as well as the child. A teacher education course for developing the humanities in a classroom curriculum is described. (ED)