The essays in this book draw from current debates concerning schooling and the need for liberatory education; the social construction of science and identity; and systems of race, class, and gender oppression and domination. These works aim to pose such questions as: (1) How can we shape practice and curriculum to address the needs of diverse…

This volume presents different issues and views on research in mathematics education in Australia. Chapters include: (1) "An Introduction to This Review" (Kay Owens); (2) "Recent Research Monographs" (Kay Owens and editors of the monographs); (3) "Language Factors in Mathematics Education" (Nerida Ellerton, Ken…

This paper describes an intergenerational science program called Sisters in Science which fosters girls' interest and achievement in science. The program is designed to encourage and prepare girls and women for careers in math, science, and technology. A group of fourth grade girls from 19 classrooms across 6 elementary schools met once a week…

Describes ways the teacher can analyze the reading growth and locate the instructional needs of a child and suggests how this knowledge may be applied in the introductory, guided reading, and followup phases of the reading lesson. (CM)

A study at the University of Houston (Texas) explored variables that increase or decrease interpersonal distance between students and teachers. Variables influencing personal space include: (1) race of student; (2) sex of instructor; (3) race of instructor; and (4) mode of instruction. (PP)

In 1979 a national norming of the new Basic Economics Test (BET) was conducted. This data made it possible to assess the cognitive impact of "Trade-Offs," a series of 15 20-minute color television film programs in economics education designed for children nine to 13 years old. (Author/AM)

Describes how student teachers can be made aware of the varying writing behaviors they may find in their classrooms. (AEA)

Suggests a practical approach for coping with training students in laboratory skill through the use of videotaped (VTR) materials and discusses the technical advantages of using VTR as opposed to laboratory research. Six references are provided. (MER)

This review of the research on the effectiveness of an instructional systems approach at both the micro- and macro-levels discusses progress made in the last decade in developing a knowledge base for the systematic design, development, and delivery of instruction. A 35-item bibliography is provided. (MER)

Research on factors affecting the aging learner, including intelligence, memory, motivation, loss of speed, and physical health is reviewed, refuting the belief that learning ability declines with age. Strategies and techniques for the education of older adults are recommended. (SK)

The game "Order Out", which uses manipulative and pictorial aids, is effective in teaching the ordering of common fractions. The use of manipulative or pictorial aids during instruction did not significantly affect achievement. Gender-related achievement trends were observed. (CJ)