The first public schools established in America were originally created with the intent to give all children access to an education. An equal education for all meant that a child's parentage and social standing did not, theoretically, dictate his or her future. Today the American public school system has greatly expanded and diverged from the once…

UNESCO is the abbreviation commonly used for the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural organization, of which 42 countries are now members. The purpose of Unesco, as set forth in its Constitution, is "to contribute to peace and security by promoting collaboration among the nations through education, science and culture in order to…

Describes the physical organization, philosophy, and methodology of the Rachel McMillan Nursery School in London, England. Compares the differences between British and United States nursery schools. Suggests ways in which the McMillan philosophy might be implemented in United States nursery schools. (BB)

Man answers a natural call for adventure in many ways including escape into fantasy, vertigo seeking, kinetic euphoria, and by exercising the pioneer spirit. Adventure education can help equip people to satisfy their need for adventure in meaningful, enriching ways. A reaction to unsatisfactory educational milieus, adventure education has emerged…