The author discusses a model of analysis that was developed in the process of examining curriculum responses to the presence of ethnic minority students. The model is related to the notions of (1) educational ideologies and (2) ideological competition between groups. The model is discussed in relation to general curriculum literature and to…

Suggests that educational programs in juvenile detention facilities need greater definition. Renewed emphasis on juvenile correctional education has revealed an accumulation of relevant information. When combined with experiences in an effective detention education program, a model for the content and process of detention education programing is…

This document presents recommendations made by Tennessee's High School Advisory Task Force, with a focus on describing what students should know and be able to do after completing high school. Nine elements that are essential for schoolwide reform are identified: a core curriculum, a focused plan of study, active learning, an integrated…

The author discusses the current state of secondary vocational education in Wisconsin, where each public secondary school is required to offer vocational education. Topics covered include (1) goals and expectations, (2) curriculum development, and (3) educational equity. (CH)

Presents a three-phase plan for teachers implementing technology education programs. Phases consist of (1) gathering information and determining curriculum direction, (2) selecting activities, and (3) sequencing activities. Suggestions for evaluation are also included. (CH)

Multicultural education is defined in this paper, and recommendations are presented for translating this definition into educational practice. The paper is divided into three major parts. In the first part, the historical background of the concept of multicultural education is described. Different theories of cultural pluralism are discussed and…

The significance of the inclusion of subject matter pertaining to science, technology, and society (STS) in the science curriculum is examined and discussed. (PB)

The authors review current practices in writing instruction in adult literacy classes. They observe that students spend little time writing. Innovative teaching activities are mentioned. They discuss goals of writing instruction and how to adapt present practices to meet the writing requirements of the General Educational Development Test. (CH)

This article argues that the time has come for the development of a curriculum for the education of television audiences. Describes three goals of this curriculum: (1) the inculcation of pictorial literacy, (2) the demythification of the media, and (3) the analysis of the family context in which television viewing is received. (JDH)

This pamphlet discusses new curriculum guidelines, as approved under Ruling number 5220/97, for preschool education in Portugal. The law defines preschool as a first step in basic education that complements the education provided by the family, and recommends that schools work in collaboration with parents to foster the training and balanced…

Concludes that to provide training applicable for counseling students anticipating employment in a community setting, a planned, systematic approach to program development is needed. This article proposes a three-phase model for change that considers departmental resources, student characteristics and agency needs. (Author)

Identifies characteristics of a viable social studies program for African nations, urging multidisciplinary and integrated approaches. Offers a cyclical framework for planning a curriculum which includes defining the problem, setting objectives, identifying methods of implementation, evaluation, and regeneration. (LS)

Descriptive information relative to the historical background of the development of a new, uniform secondary school biology curriculum in China is provided. This curriculum, introduced in 1979, is designed to contribute to the achievement of national goals aimed at the modernization of agriculture, industry, defense, and science and technology.…

Urges the internationalization of the engineering curriculum to prepare students for the rigors of global competition in the international marketplace. Lists accreditation pressures and market incentives as barriers to needed diversity. Discusses engineering programs at several schools. Concludes that interdisciplinary inquiry is needed to provide…

Intended to assist district and school curriculum developers, this report offers clarification of the relationships among 12 state goals of education using information obtained through a survey of Department of Education staff and representatives of professional associations. Defined as the goals of education are the areas of communication skills,…