Longitudinal teaching experiment engaged students in activities to produce fraction problems using specific terminology and satisfying certain criteria. Classroom interactions developed a common system of meanings and required negotiation of new social norms, leading to a new didactic contract. (SW)

The present period of social transition has stimulated debate among South African social workers concerning divergence and subsequent lack of unity within the profession. This article highlights the interrelationship and the complexities of forging professional unity among social workers in South Africa. (FC)

Viewpoints of five camp professionals from a discussion on "Sexual Orientation in Camps: What Is the American Camping Association's Role?" at the 1996 American Camping Association (ACA) national conference. Discusses whether counselors' sexual orientation should be a factor in hiring, and whether the ACA should take a position on the…

Judicial decisions have set boundaries on the ability of educational institutions to write rules governing student conduct and have defined the necessary components of a fair procedure to be used to assess disciplinary sanctions. This legal evolution affirms the respect shown students as citizens of the academic community. (Author)

Discusses how guidelines for classroom discussion, popular in women's studies and sociology, have set off campus controversies over freedom of speech. (EV)

This review of research investigates ways in which the resurgence of the political right and the feminist backlash have attempted to impose a "common-sense" concept of masculinity on the education of boys. Explores the effect of masculinity on boys' literacy practices and argues for teaching practices grounded in social construction of gender.…

Examines the relationship between school norms of substance use disapproval and students' use of cigarettes, alcohol, and marijuana. Analysis indicated that in general, school-level disapproval lowered the probability of students' use of these substances. A school environment of disapproval was also found to create a protective environment for…

Analyzed rules for public and private marital conflicts determined by married couples (N=32) after viewing their videotaped, simulated public and private conflicts. Analyzed rating of rules (how often followed, importance, applicability to different relationships/situations) by married people (N=194). Found five factors influencing rule selection:…

Describes the lives of street children in two South American cities. Explains the mores, sanctions, and values of the society in which these children live. (PCB)

An overview of the "Code of Academic Integrity" at the University of Maryland is presented. The university can function properly only if all its members adhere to clearly established goals and values. (MLW)

Problems arising from ineffective personnel discipline are examined and a progressive approach designed to remediate bad practices is outlined. The progressive process provides for oral warnings, written warnings, suspensions, and then terminations. A checklist to take managers through the disciplinary process is included. (MSE)

The Johnstown (Pennsylvania) Middle School has adopted a simple, practical school bus discipline program that refers disruptive students to the bus-duty teacher to discuss the incident. The bus driver's written report activates the bus-rider training program, featuring temporary loss of riding privileges, a simulated bus ride, a safety video, a…

Examines how individuals in a dyad where at least one member was recruited from an introductory communication course react to expectancy-violating changes in affectionate behavior. Indicates that unexpected changes in affectionate involvement produce changes in recipients' cognitive assessments and behavior reactions. Suggests that violative…

Analyzes academic tradition concerning the rights and corresponding duties of the academic profession and then articulates principles of professional conduct that flow from academic tradition. Concludes that peer review is the linchpin for academic freedom, tenure, and shared governance in the academic tradition. (EV)

Discusses how to develop performance standards based on objective, observable criteria and describes how the reference department at the University of Nebraska at Omaha developed standards to meet their needs. Goals for performance are explained, and preliminary and final versions of the reference desk performance standards are appended. (Contains…