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Forgan, James W. – 2003
This book helps general and special education teachers empower students in grades K-4 to independently solve problems by teaching them how characters in children's literature books solved similar problems. Students are also taught a problem solving strategy that they can apply to solve problems in any situation. The book contains ready-to-use…
Descriptors: Childrens Literature, Elementary Education, Lesson Plans, Problem Solving
Peer reviewedFulwiler, Toby; Petersen, Bruce – College English, 1981
Facetiously examines heuristics in mumbling, staring, moving, doodling, and noise that can be used by writing teachers to help their writing students with rhetorical invention. (RL)
Descriptors: Prewriting, Problem Solving, Questioning Techniques, Student Development
Peer reviewedWeinstock, Harold – American Journal of Physics, 1980
Presents a practical problem to students in a junior-level thermodynamics course in which a human body regulates its own internal temperature. This problem can be utilized as well (with modification) in an introductory physics course for life science majors. (HM)
Descriptors: Biological Sciences, Biophysics, College Science, Higher Education
Kirby, Michael – 1995
Because growing up has become the art of survival for many young people, a professionally conducted course in street smarts can help them identify problems, understand consequences, and make good decisions. The information and activities contained in this text can teach students how to take care of themselves when confronted with challenges. It…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Consumer Education, Delinquency, Employment Problems
Peer reviewedSullivan, Joanna – Reading Teacher, 1987
Explains how read-aloud sessions can be developed in ways that help children deal with common concerns. Offers an example. (FL)
Descriptors: Bibliotherapy, Childhood Interests, Childrens Literature, Controversial Issues (Course Content)
Download full textRadius, Marcie, Comp.; Lesniak, Pat, Comp. – 1988
The Student Study Team (SST) is a school site team which involves parents, students, and teachers working together to assist regular education students who are not progressing satisfactorily. The SST model aims to increase positive outcomes for students; improve the quality and efficiency of meetings; and increase personal satisfaction levels for…
Descriptors: Bilingual Students, Elementary Secondary Education, Group Dynamics, Learning Problems
Fenton, Edwin; Wasserman, Elsa R. – 1985
A fairness committee consists of a group of about 15 people, usually students, teachers, and administrators, who are either volunteers or are elected. This committee tries to improve the overall school climate by improving the quality of relationships between students, teachers, and administrators. It offers a neutral place for individuals to…
Descriptors: Committees, Conflict Resolution, Grievance Procedures, Interpersonal Communication
Finley, Paris – 1988
This case study describes an experienced high school teacher's difficulties in an Alaskan town with severe tensions between Caucasian and Eskimo students and between community members and teachers. This "teaching case" helps preservice teachers understand the complex, ambiguous situations which arise in rural teaching. The limitations of…
Descriptors: Alaska Natives, Case Studies, Community Problems, Critical Thinking
