Electronics drafting should be included in a general drafting curriculum. (GR)

Are they one and the same or are they different? The author suggests an abrupt change in some of the educational practices. He claims it seems to be the only logical approach in solving some difficulties in the field, and has implications for others as well. (Editor)

Presents guidelines for remodeling a school shop combining major considerations of funds, program changes, class management, and flexibility, with the needs of wiring, painting, and placement of equipment. (Author)

This study found that industrial arts students do not acquire unique consumer information compared to non-industrial arts students. But the achievement in consumer education of Spanish-speaking industrial arts students was enhanced by using bilingual instructional materials. (SK)

This study of female high school seniors' career selections indicates that females who enroll in industrial arts courses could have their career aspirations changed by the exploratory experience. (SK)

Identifies procedure to help classroom teachers infuse problem solving into the typical technology education classroom. The five steps involved are (1) set a goal the student can attain, (2) define a task that incorporates new actions and ideas, (3) provide a structure, (4) force the student to choose between several alternatives, and (5) make the…

The authors describe the process by which curriculum guidelines were developed in a Federally funded State project; the guidelines set career education objectives appropriate for industrial arts courses, suggest learning activities, and identify resource materials. There are three sets--for elementary, junior high school, and secondary levels. (AJ)

Techniques for effective student organization advisors include defining a problem and allowing students to make the final decision, working with the organization's executive committee, training students for leadership, using publicity to award individual recognition, and providing varied activities. The advisor is responsible for five basic…

Career Education at the junior high level should expose students to several career clusters. The students' broad experiences should be specific enough to provide some salable skills should they be forced to withdraw from the educational process. (Author/DS)