This study examines six cases of information-seeking behavior in the conduct of discourse synthesis in Perseus 1.0, a Greek history hypermedia database. Discourse synthesis refers to the process in which learners integrate their ideas, with information selected from multiple source texts within Perseus, to compose new texts. (JMK)

Argues that Isocrates does not deny the importance of "technai" or the "prima elementa" of instruction and in fact sees both as important parts of the educational process. Proposes that there existed a "techne" of Isocrates but this "techne" has a very different form than usually thought. Sets out the components of this "techne." (TB)

Introduces a project that explores the role of diagrams in mathematical signification. Discusses the central role of diagrams in deductive mathematics at its very inception in Greek mathematical writings. (ASK)

The name of Manos Hadjidakis is probably unknown to contemporary musicians and music educators. After all, the Greek composer achieved his international fame back in 1961 when he won an Oscar for his soundtrack of the movie, "Never on Sunday." Numerous other awards followed from England, Krance, Germany, and of course, Greece. After his…

A classical Greek elementary magnet school in a large urban school district has identified the need for a multicultural fine arts program reflecting the contributions of ancient cultures to modern man. The author and teachers (K-5) of this school developed a multicultural program using classical literature, visual and performing arts, history, and…

In classical Greece, there was a close tie between rhetoric and the practice and theory of public policy. Gradually, however, rhetoric became increasingly concerned with style and literary criticism, while philosophers began to debate political issues apart from the practical affairs of the polis. Because rhetoric provides a model that can still…

Author explained the plan for an elective senior course in a public high school in Columbia, Missouri. (Editor/RK)

One in a series of instructional units designed for gifted students, the paper describes a high school curriculum that examines the Greek theatre as a reflection of Greek society. The unit is designed to provide academic substance while developing higher level critical thinking skills. Following a brief introduction on the integration of theatre…

In an attempt to explain why Aristotle devotes a substantial part of Book Two of "The Rhetoric" to methods for arousing jurors' emotions, despite stating previously that such emotional appeal is nonessential and unethical, this paper examines the nature of the Athenian jury courts, or dikasteries. It first discusses the historical…

This essay is an inquiry into the nature of the world order. The author presents a challenging perspective of modern international affairs by discussing the characteristics of the city-state, nation-state, and world-state from the times of the Greeks to the present. (Author/RM)

Examines epigraphical evidence (written communication inscribed on durable material) to determine how the Amphiareion of Oropos in Greece became a site for rhetorical display, how such rhetorical activities were sustained for centures, and lastly, the nature of rhetorical displays as revealed by the extant written communication. (HOD)

Ancient languages are the deepest root of the humanities, drawing life from that distant time when the study of history, philosophy, literature, and of language itself began. On the Internet, students can return to those times, re-enter that age of discovery, and gain the linguistic skills to help keep the many branches of the humanities rooted…

One aspect of human activity that seems to recur is warfare. The author draws lessons from the military history of Sparta and Athens that are relevant to nations today. (SM)

Discusses the Greek contribution to the alphabet and the development of written communication. Contrasts oral and written traditions and the impact of each. (JMF)

A brief sketch of the development of integral calculus is given, beginning with ancient Greek thought around 500 BC, and ending with Newton and Leibniz. (MP)