This article's thesis is that a cross-cultural brokerage composed of Indians and non-Indians was essential for bringing the Navajo Community College (NCC) to fruition. To explain this brokerage, the study first examines the concept of cultural brokerage and then uses the concept as a lens through which to explore the roles of various…

Erling Hunt is discussed as a writer, editor, teacher and scholar including: his participation in the development and growth of the National Council for Social Studies as president, as member of the Board of Directors, and as editor of the journal Social Education. (PN)

The writings, teachings, scholarship, and contributions of Henry Johnson, considered the "foremost leader in the development of the teaching of history and social studies as a field of specialization" are discussed. (PN)

Profiles Trude Weiss-Rosmarin, a German-Jewish immigrant to America who, in 1935, published an independent magazine of Jewish ideas. Notes that the periodical focused on Jewish survival in an assimilationist milieu and the role of Jewish women. States that Weiss-Rosmarin lectured frequently, attracted important readers, and contributed…

The thoughts and reflective methods of Alan Griffin are discussed. He was a Deweyan scholar and dealt with the necessary goals of the social studies in a democracy as they relate to the learning process, to the content, and to the teaching methods employed in social studies instruction. (PN)

Wesley's college textbook, Teaching the Social Studies (1937), had an impact on social studies teaching, especially in its definition of the social studies; his conception of the role of history in social studies teaching; and his contributions to world affairs education. (PN)

The research, writing, and professional organizing of the Rugg brothers are discussed: Harold in the integration of social studies and as author of a curriculum series on a nationwide basis and Earle as a teacher educator who reviewed and critically analyzed research in the field of social studies. (PN)

Earl S. Johnson is discussed as a teacher, philosopher, and author. While not disguising his debt to the Judeo-Christian tradition, Johnson devoted his professional career to translating pragmatic principles into social studies practice. (PN)

Addresses the issue of the history of scholastic journalism. Profiles the Florida Scholastic Press Association, an organization of more than 400 student publications and broadcast programs, dedicated to educating, training, and supporting scholastic journalists and advisers. Describes publicity efforts to recognize such an organization. (PA)

The French Academy is the oldest of the scholarly societies of France. Its ideals and preferences of order, genius, and immortality have influenced the schools, conservatories, universities, and archives and the intellectual and artistic tastes of the time. Its foundation was laid by nine lettered, well-educated laymen and ecclesiastics around…

This paper discusses the chance meeting at White Sulphur Springs (West Virginia) of two important public figures, Robert E. Lee and George Peabody, whose rare encounter marked a symbolic turn from Civil War bitterness toward reconciliation and the lifting power of education. The paper presents an overview of Lee's life and professional and…

The works of Hilda Taba, known for her leadership of the social studies curriculum project and for her teaching strategies designed to promote different types of thinking in children, are presented. The Taba Social Science Program represents the culmination, in practice and curriculum materials, of Taba's professional life and thought. (PN)

This booklet, intended for use by educators and by workplace and community organizers, introduces women who have been featured on U.S. postage stamps as well as a few of the women who clearly merit such honor in the future. Postage stamps featuring women have been relatively few and far between and have only skimmed the surface of U.S. women in…

Seventeen essays direct attention to the lives and achievements of outstanding women in Nebraska history. Most of the women described in the essays did their major work in literature, the arts, education, or some other related human service. Only two essays are not focused on specific women--"Union Maids in Omaha Labor History,…

This resource packet highlights over 30 contemporary Maryland women who reveal motivating stories from diverse backgrounds and occupations. The purpose of the packet is to recognize representative women of achievement and to ensure that teachers have the necessary tools to illustrate the extensive leadership and community involvement of Maryland…