This paper notes problems with assessment of giftedness; outlines goals of educational programs for the gifted; discusses three program content options (intensified core curriculum, qualitatively different curriculum, and specific intellectual training); and lists three program organization options (triad, autonomous learner, and integrated…

Discusses the desirability of curriculum reform, the status quo, and difficulties facing those who challenge fundamental assumptions of subject matter design and sanctioned practice. The article suggests alternative models of curriculum design and practice, highlighting structural changes needed in classroom instruction, professional education,…

Traces the evolution of introductory computing courses for undergraduates based on the Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) guidelines published in "Curriculum 78." Changes in the curricula are described, including the role of discrete mathematics and theory; and the need for a broader model for designing introductory courses is…

Over the past several decades, a hegemonic conservative discourse has constructed urban school reform issues around a "basic skills" curriculum model that has helped structure class, race, and gender inequalities. This article discusses some possible organizing principles for a counterhegemonic, democratic-progressive policy discourse. The…

Explores curriculum collaboration between professional education and liberal arts faculty. The paper describes curriculum models used by teacher preparation institutions to structure the relationship between professional education and liberal arts coursework (integrated, collaborative, and segmented), presenting case examples. The efficacy of a…

Reviews and focuses on a comparison of current curriculum models used in gifted-child education and early childhood education. The Reggio Emilia approach to early childhood education, which emphasizes the child's needs, interests, and abilities as the focus of curriculum development, is described. (CR)

Describes a new concept for business education at Mercer County Community College called the International Business Practice Firm (IBPF), developed in response to employer calls for a more global approach in teaching American business students. Outlines the IBPF learning process, which teaches students business, technology, and "soft"…

Summarizes the development of a restructuring model of Poudre High School (Colorado) begun in 1989 with the creation of a three-tiered framework: (1) central variables such as teacher expectations, curriculum, and assessment; (2) enabling variables, including support services, governance technology, and cultural awareness; and (3) supporting…

Presents a reaction to Cooper and Gottlieb's (this issue) article titled, "Ethical Issues with Managed Care: Challenges Facing Counseling Psychology." Expands on the issue of informed consent as a process. Echoes the concern that there is too little research in the area and that professional preparation remains inadequate. (Contains 19…

Discusses curricular tradition in liberal higher education and proposes a schema of curricular principles emphasizing the character of the learner, the world to be known, a common heritage of humanity, and kinds of disciplines. Uses the University of Chicago's past and current curricula to illustrate the ongoing search for curricular coherence.…

Explores the significance of concept mapping for education and curriculum development. Discusses two main streams in curriculum paradigms and important processes, and the functions which concept mapping can have in education and curriculum development. Examines why students in educational institutions don't yet make systematic use of concept maps,…

Provides historical information on the incorporation of physics as a subject into secondary schools in Spain. Cites religious and political tensions as early roadblocks to curriculum development. (DDR)

Discusses the collaborative role of school library media specialists as instructional consultants to help teachers plan curriculum and develop instructional activities. Topics addressed include the nature of instructional planning; how teachers plan; and strategies for planning in partnership with teachers, including planning styles, planning…

Presents a (Western Australian) case study of the link teacher model, a decentralized, "train the trainer" approach to inservice education. Discusses the model's perceived effectiveness, the link teachers' role, central authority support, and new experimentation opportunities. Combining centralized syllabus change with decentralized…

Analyzes the present state of higher education and psychology in relation to the future needs of society. It is proposed that the U.S. educational system and society should negotiate a new "contract" that is appropriate for the coming decades. A model of future higher education is described, and examples are given of courses involving socially…