Reviews the philosophical stance of ethical relativism. Notes that relativism is sometimes accused of being caught between moral impotence and self-contradiction. Argues that grounding relative ethical values in rhetorical communication allows relativists to judge other cultures without inconsistency. (PD)

States that sound translation practice rests on a clear understanding of linguistic and cultural constraints combined with a punctilious search for equivalences. Describes various levels of constraint and proposes a statistical investigation of the degree of freedom left to translators, suggesting that most of the translated text results from…

It is suggested that in French foreign language instruction, especially in Canada, four language levels be distinguished: scholarly, neutral, familiar, and popular. Instruction based on these distinctions will encourage more realistic use of language skills. (MSE)

Cliches are seen as an important part of French culture, with diverse origins (literature, sports, advertising, events, songs), varying longevity, and belonging to different cultural groups for different reasons. It is proposed that their study be an integral part of the study of French civilization. (MSE)

In a review of cross-national studies of educational attainment, it was concluded that, regardless of the type of educational system or extent of opportunity, women are universally disadvantaged educationally. Throughout the world, schools perpetuate the sexual inequalities of their cultural and economic environments. (CT)

Discusses and exemplifies the pervasive relationship between learning and its context, drawing examples from schools in England. (DD)

Discusses the importance of the following factors in translation: (1) embedded communication events; (2) the circumstances of the production of a text; (3) the response of receptors to a text; (4) the translator's role in producing a translation; and (5) the response of receptors to a translation. (AM)

Critically examines the concept of leadership as understood in the cultural matrix of individualism. Suggests that leadership is a function of group context, a function of collective life. Applies findings to academic life. (TB)

States that in Israel, civic education successes enable civic myths--"Israel is a Jewish, democratic state" and "Israelis are Jews"--to be vibrant, gestalt worlds of meaning for Jewish Israelis, and sites of resistance for ultra-orthodox Jewish as well as Palestinian citizens of Israel. Analyzes the role of these myths. (BT)

This paper responds to a rejoinder written about the article, "There Is No 'I' in Team," published in the "Review" in 2001. It agrees with the rejoinder's author that it is important to consider the historical and social contexts of athletics when looking at it as a model for diversity. Nonetheless, it continues to maintain that those in athletics…

Examined the impact of institutional culture on the change process in colleges and universities. Using an ethnographic approach and two-tiered cultural framework, investigated comprehensive change at six institutions. Results suggest that campuses should conduct audits of their institutional culture before engaging in the change process. (EV)

Barone and Britzman, each in a short essay, discuss the books, poetry, performances, music, and other cultural media that influence them. Cites the publications of each and lists the works discussed. (MLF)

To create inclusive learning environments that accommodate multiple world views, adult educators must undertake critical reflective analysis of sociocultural identities and assumptions (their own and those of learners) and use this knowledge to take reflective action. (Contains 17 references.) (SK)

Discusses how individuals and communities in the United States re-present themselves in the context of the terrorist attack of September 11 and its complex aftermath, exploring the "American" discourse on inclusion and discrimination by examining the neologisms and social practices that were amplified by the attack in local and national…

Notes that listening research has focused on methods borrowed from psychology and the study of communication. Describes a broader approach to the study of listening that encompasses quantitative and qualitative methodology and explores the larger field of human experience. Describes structures of consciousness that present expansive ways to…