Describes a visual media course which covers the following: (1) communicative value of basic elements of design in photographs; (2) construction of messages in photo essays and advertisements; and (3) technique of scripting for moving images in scratch films. (PD)

Describes a communication research course which includes instruction in the awareness of media distortions of behavioral science research. (PD)

Analyzes reference books which reflect differences in the curriculum and presentation of course offerings in the City Colleges of Chicago, Illinois. Shows how institutions, sometimes unwittingly, help to maintain inequities in educational opportunities. (Author/MK)

The postindustrial society will be based on the employment of advanced technology, which should become an increasingly important area of study for the school curriculum. (Author)

Explores reasons for the continued widespread resistance among academics to avant-garde film. Argues that reviewers, critics, and teachers involved with film history and film accomplishments should not neglect the various areas of the avant-garde film. (PD)

Comments on the main features of a course in the history of public address as it has developed; characterizes the outlook toward speeches and speechmaking that has been engendered as a result; and offers a rationale for the continued inclusion of this course in the contemporary speech communication curriculum. (JMF)

The author argues that selecting content for primary science should be taken seriously, suggests criteria for selecting content, and discusses ways of setting up and using content guidelines. (KC)

Discusses philosophy, facts, and opinions regarding the definition of computer literacy; presents suggested computer literacy course content; and recommends delivery systems or methodologies that can be used for instructional purposes. (Author)

It is time for a capstone course in business principles and management, drawing from basic business curriculums and teaching varying aspects of the course in grades 11 and 12 to average and above-average business students. Major emphasis should be on planning, organizing, staffing, directing, communicating, and human relations. (CT)

A backpacking course designed for the novice hiker teaches meal planning and preparation and safety and health tips, and then puts the knowledge to work on several backpacking/hiking trips. (CJ)

Presents the case for using class time for the production of the student yearbook. Outlines a schedule of activities for the yearbook classroom. (RL)

Standards for the proper and safe use of the trampoline in physical education classes are discussed. Guidelines for spotting, development of programs of instruction, and a sample trampoline lesson plan are outlined. (JMF)

Illustrates the curriculum approach to teaching critical thinking to fifth grade students. Suggests that the use of critical thinking within the structure of the curriculum makes it an integral part of the learning experience of the student. (FL)

A detailed survey of secondary schools in Illinois found a superfluity of course titles, low enrollments in foreign languages, and fewer academic than other courses. (Author)

Briefly describes the Asian Institute of Educational Planning and Administration during the ten years of its existence. Analyzes the training courses for educational planners and administrators. (Editor/RK)