The recipe for success of Strive Preparatory Charter School (formerly West Denver Preparatory Charter School) is not a secret. This summer program, turned four-campus, middle level phenomenon, is proving to satisfy the appetite of parents hungry for a change in their children's educational opportunities. The intent of this article is to share a…

The meaning, measurement, and implications of "public opinion" have long been a source of debate. In this paper, we examine the extent to which the educational priorities of elites in the US reflect the educational priorities of the American public. To do so, we focus on one particular segment of the education policy-making elite --…

This report summarises Year 6 pupils' attainment in the Progress in International Reading Literacy Study (PIRLS) survey of 2016 in Northern Ireland and explores the context of that attainment. PIRLS is an international comparison study of reading at ages 9-10. PIRLS has a five-yearly cycle. Northern Ireland took part in PIRLS for the second time…

This summary accompanies the national report for Northern Ireland (Sizmur et al., 2017). It outlines the attainment of Year 6 pupils in Northern Ireland in the Progress in International Reading Literacy Study (PIRLS) 2016 survey and explores the context of that attainment. PIRLS is a study of reading at ages 9-10 and has a five-yearly cycle.…

Current educational literature is reviewed along with curricular approaches focusing on the contemporary crisis in school discipline. A variety of curricular approaches to student behavior problems is presented and discussed showing the use of curriculum in dealing with behavior problems and the effectiveness of these efforts. (JMF)

Suggests that student behavior could be the subject matter in social studies classes. (DW)

Several currently functioning techniques are noted for improving school climate and reducing the atmosphere of stress and conflict which leads to violence. Ideas include celebrating learning, providing "cool down" rooms or sustained silent reading periods to relieve tension during the school day, and implementing conflict resolution curriculum.…

The intent of this book is to present the developmental stages of discipline and a conceptual framework for the role of the teachers. Chapters cover the nature of discipline, discipline and development, discipline and the curriculum, teaching (including teacher authority), lack of attention and teacher expectation, discipline in special settings…

The author of this handbook maintains that substantial school improvement can take place only within an orderly environment. To achieve a positive educational climate, he lists numerous suggestions to handle school discipline problems. Individual chapters cover conducting a campaign against crime and violence, handling discipline problems…

THIS GUIDE PRESENTS FUNDAMENTAL PRACTICAL CONCEPTS CONCERNING BEHAVIOR, CLASSROOM ENVIRONMENT, AND CURRICULUM FOR THE CHILD UNDER STRESS. THE ANGRY CHILD, THE CONFUSED CHILD, THE DESTRUCTIVE CHILD, AND THE QUIET CHILD ARE DISCUSSED. THE GENERAL GOALS OF CLASSROOM CONTROLS AND EFFECTIVE METHODS OF ACHIEVING THESE GOALS ARE DISCUSSED. LISTS OF…

This is a report of oversight hearings held in Washington, D.C., on January 23 and 24 and February 5, 6, and 7, 1980, to provide the House of Representatives Subcommittee on Elementary, Secondary, and Vocational Education of the Committee of Education and Labor, with a general picture of the current state of American secondary education. The focus…

Reports the full results of the 1982 Gallup Poll of the public's attitude toward education. Topics covered include major problems confronting the schools, rating of the schools, federal funds, budget cutting, curriculum changes, special education, and federal control. (JM)