Advocates infusion (i.e., introducing new concepts across a traditional curriculum) to teach sexuality in religion classes. Stresses finding areas of correlation and planning lessons with a specific aim in mind. Identifies basic concepts of sexuality that relate to the religion curriculum and benefits/drawbacks of infusion. (BCY)

Discusses guidelines from the General Directory for Catechesis for teaching religion to children pre-kindergarten through eighth grade: (1) faith education; (2) liturgical education; (3) moral formation; (4) prayer instruction; (5) community life education; and (6) missionary initiation. Describes in-service sessions with principals and curriculum…

Dicusses some probable developments in the areas of biotechnologies and information technologies and their implications for ethical preparation, new pedagogical models, and other aspects of a value-oriented curriculum. (DMM)

Describes new approaches to mathematics education outlined in standards published by the National Council for Teachers of Mathematics. Highlights a new emphasis on interactive learning and real world applications in favor of rote memorization and drilling. Discusses the role of standards in educational reform efforts and suggests steps for change.…

Describes the attempts of the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics to answer the question of whether today's students learning mathematics are prepared for the 21st century. Discusses the release of the Third International Mathematics and Science Study to help analyze how mathematics is taught around the world, and reviews successful…