The author proposes the development of a social sciences/humanities curriculum which addresses the special concerns of gifted high school students and suggests that the curriculum incorporate such elements as values clarification and reflection (based on students' own personal experiences). (PHR)

A rationale for the inclusion of liberal education in the preservice teacher education program is presented, broad liberal outcomes are proposed, and recommendations for the attainment of these outcomes are suggested. (MJB)

This publication is designed to summarize relevant information on the schools' role in the teaching of values. A brief background on the current status of values teaching is provided and two values education approaches that frequently have appeared in recent educational literature--values clarification and cognitive development--are described.…

Although some physical education curricula in elementary schools can be classified by theoretical construct, most are a combination of constructs. Such constructs include cognitive, traditional, developmental, integrative, and acurricular forms. (JN)

Examines technology as a social process by exploring social and ethical questions raised by the exploration of technological inventions. Discusses how society channels the work of scientists and engineers through institutions characteristic of society. Includes daily assignments and exam questions. (MVL)

The revised edition of "The New Model Me" is an affective curriculum based on Ojemann's "Causal Approach to Behavior" that assists youngsters to understand how needs and personal resources interact within a particular immediate physical setting to produce behavior. In addition, the curriculum attempts to teach key concepts and…

An analysis of deficiencies of recent curriculum reform efforts in Australia and recommendations for improvement are presented in this paper. Despite criticisms that have been levelled at the educational system, a conclusion is that educators are well prepared to meet the demands for restructuring. What is needed is not merely restructuring, but a…