The relationship of the foreign language teacher and the researcher is explored in this report which focuses predominately on three main aspects: (1) locating research, (2) evaluating research, and (3) conducting research. An overview of the role of the teacher as potential researcher introduces the principal sections. Distinctions between…

This document, the first of two volumes of a final report, describes the various models which were utilized to support the development of a nongraded, phased, secondary school. It also contains the developed objectives which were used in conjunction with the on-going operations research, while Volume II contains the placement instruments…

This book is one of a series prepared in connection with the Behavioral and Social Sciences Survey (BASS) conducted between 1967 and 1969. Directed toward governmental and educational policy makers, members of Congress and state legislatures, foundation officials, university administrators, and other interested persons, this report identifies and…

This book is one of a series prepared in connection with the Behavioral and Social Sciences Survey (BASS), conducted between 1967 and 1969 to provide a comprehensive review and appraisal of these fields, and to provide a basis for an informed effective national policy to strengthen and develop these fields. This report is designed to present a…

An awareness of the culture and social structure of the lower class Black American community is crucial for understanding "Black English," and therefore is vital for those engaged in educating Black Americans. An in-group means of communication and expression of group solidarity, Black English does not however represent a single code, but rather,…

This book describes existing examples of good practice in parent-teacher relations in schools in England as a guide for other schools to develop innovative techniques. Observations are based on the responses of headmasters of some 30 schools the author visited. The opening chapter touches upon attitudes toward parent-teacher cooperation,…

This study attempted to develop a valid instrument for the assessment of attitudes in kindergarten children and to evaluate two potential curriculum procedures for facilitating attitude growth. One experimental treatment evolved from role-theory and emphasized perceptual awareness and the ability to put oneself in the place of another; the other…

Recognizing that urban and rural problems are interconnected, the Governor's Advisory Council on Urban Affairs (State of Washington), made a recommendation that led to formation (in 1970) of the Task Force on Rural Affairs. The report of that task force identifies the continuing technological revolution in agriculture as an important cause of (1)…

An annotated bibliography, this publication includes 578 items of research or investigation in adult education, most of which are dated 1970 or 1971. They cover adult learning characteristics, program planning and administration, learning environments, instructional methods, curriculum materials and instructional devices, personnel and staffing,…

Drawing on cross-cultural research data and related findings, this book presents a comparative examination of the socialization process in the Soviet Union and the United States, and relates the findings to the present and future societies at large. It begins with descriptive facts, examines their implications in light of data and theory from the…

This book contains 23 addresses delivered by Harold Howe, II, during two of his years as United States Commissioner on Education. The speeches contain recurrent theses, but each address is unique in its emphasis and development. Howe's basic theme is the urgent necessity to provide true equality of educational opportunity for all children.…

The source book is designed for parents of American Indian children. The primary objectives are to provide: basic information on the operation of Federal and public schools; practical suggestions on how parents can become involved; and guidelines for the parents to better prepare their children for educational success. Topics include duties of…

An effort by the Office of Education to assist some 900 school districts, through financial aid, with the problems attendant with the final stages of their desegregation plan or the carrying out of a court-ordered plan is discussed. This effort, the Emergency School Assistance Program (ESAP), was evaluated to determine: (1) overall effectiveness,…

This document reports on a demonstration project using older volunteers in community service in one area of a large city. Questions for which answers were sought include: (1) What type of activities might older adults be given that would be both meaningful and useful; (2) What kinds of community agencies would use the services of volunteers most…

This document contains papers that discuss (1) the role of the Federal Government in educational finance; (2) some proposals for full State funding of schools; (3) the implications for educational finance of recent State court decisions invalidating inequitable State school finance systems; (4) State plans for financing public schools; and (5)…