Personal reactions of the author to his experiences teaching secondary school English. (RD)

A satirical recounting of events at a strife-torn college during 1970-71. (RD)

In responding constructively to boredom, steps to take include identifying its conditions and identifying situations in which it occurs. Patterns that may emerge from the identification include solitude, predictability, constraint, and a lack of responsibility for one's leisure. (CJ)

Rate of adaptation to new programs and social-emotional issues involved in teaching directly influences teacher burn-out. A four-stage learning model outlines which particular aspects of learning new behaviors and skills are particularly stressful. The teacher's rate of adaptation should be closely monitored to prevent teacher overload.…

The widespread practice of teaching by objectives which emerged as a result of the theoretical base provided by Bloom's "Taxonomy of Educational Objectives" is a misapplication of educational theory which can cause students to become indifferent to their learning. (Author/SB)

Describes the proceedings of the eighth International Humanist and Ethical Union Congress held in Hanover, Germany, 1982. Lectures and discussions deal with issues of anti-humanist trends, disillusioned youth, alienation, and the rise of unreason. (AM)

Analyzes the special vocabulary of teenagers, with an examination of the various themes running through teen "rat" talk. Suggests that the roots of adolescent alienation are not so deep as the existence of this vocabulary and other elements of their behavior suggest. (RL)

A study of alienation among 32 Black high school students of both sexes indicated that the students were alienated from both society and school. The hypothesis that females are less alienated than males was not supported. A reconsideration of the concept of matriarchy, as applied to the Black lower class adolescent is proposed. (Author/CM)

A process by which teacher centers can reduce teacher isolation and burn-out is described. (JD)

Describes the prevalence of in-school substance use, why students use substances in school, and the effects of in-school substance use. Suggests preventive action on two fronts: Identify and respond to alienated students and limit the opportunity for substance use through increased student monitoring and intervention. (Contains 23 references.)…

Examines the writings of Albert Wendt and Witi Ihimaera who depict South Pacific Islanders as living separated from their past and traditions, and, therefore, from their own identities. The resolution of the quest for identity and meaning is shown to lie in integration of the past and the present. (JL)

Presents five strategies (incorporating a strategic plan, shared decision-making, special topic seminars, a community project, and educator seminars) designed to reduce high school student alienation within months and produce long-term effects on students, teachers, and administrators. Cooperation is the key to success. Includes six references.…