Discussion of differences in the ways that female and male faculty approach the use of technology in teaching focuses on a study of female faculty learning design preferences in critical feminist teaching. Considers learner-centered approaches; interactions with students in computer-mediated communication (CMC); democratization in online…

Examined gender differences in 514 children's competence and value beliefs from first through twelfth grade, and the relation of these trends to initial differences in parents' perceptions of children's ability. Found that gender differences in competence and value beliefs related to sports and mathematics. Gender differences in competence beliefs…

School governance reform in post-apartheid South Africa aimed to democratize schooling while accommodating diverse school histories of underdevelopment or self-management. Analysis of relevant legislation shows the reform was structured to allow representative democracy and partnerships. But two recent studies suggest that governance reforms have…

Argues for including a spiritual component in educational-leadership programs for both preservice and inservice teachers and administrators. The curriculum would stress case studies instead of models of codes of ethics and strive for "a balance that weighs both the soul and the intellect." (Contains 11 references.) (WFA)

Discusses parents' responsibility to provide their children with a moral compass that comprises respect for others, kindness and caring, honesty and honor, and reverence for life. Recognizes that children experience difficulty in achieving goodness and that good behavior sometimes encounters painful consequences. Suggests that parents model…

Described is an activity where base-10 blocks are used to develop students' skills in reading, writing, and visualizing large numbers. An activity sheet that helps students with decimal points is included. (KR)

Asserts that social studies teachers must combine individual rights and responsibilities when teaching citizenship. Contends democracy depends on citizenship literacy, or citizens who understand their First Amendment rights as well as their obligations. Stresses the importance of teaching students to think critically about their role as citizens.…

While visiting small town school districts across the country, two educational administration professors discovered that boards of education everywhere faced the same challenges and exercised considerable competence, conscientiousness, and civic responsibility. Chief concerns were trying economic circumstances, changing demography, and district…

It is wrong to assume that basic skills achievement, particularly as measured by multiple-choice standardized tests, represents a proper consensus regarding the ends of education for low-income students. Educators should reduce reliance on the positivist research paradigm underlying much of the quantitative empirical research which informs…

In an experimental study, K-4 teachers were trained to foster supportive teacher-student relations and provide occasions for students to work cooperatively. Results indicate that students in experimental classes demonstrated significantly higher supportive, friendly, and spontaneous prosocial behavior. Guidelines are provided for creating…

Questions how musical events educate, examining the debate between emotional and cognitive responses. Compiles arguments from musicoaesthetic and musicotherapeutic discourses. Identifies limitations in each line of reasoning as it explores how the musical experience is located in the self. Suggests a relationship between voice and mood. Offers…

Discusses theater education in the areas of curriculum, production, and criticism, as proposals in E. D. Hirsch's, "Cultural Literacy" might affect it. Explains context, cultural literacy, and contextual criticism in theater education. Traces interwoven history of education and theater. Explores how embracing Hirsch's proposal would…

Discusses the impact on social studies education of events following World War II, including the Cold War and McCarthyism. Examines the professional literature to determine how the emphasis in social studies education changed from stressing broad societal and international goals to rote learning of civic duties. Concludes that after the 1950s,…

States that religious practices in the Venezuelan public schools encourage moral development and do not create controversy because these policies have traditionally been an important part of Venezuelan children's education. Contends that values are taught to children not only in school but also by the family and the Roman Catholic church, the…

Argues that Native American tribes encounter major legal problems in the practice of traditional religions due to differences between Native and Anglo American worldviews. Examines the ideology of civilization underlying values in American jurisprudence, foundations of American Indian law, and relevant constitutional law. Contains over 200…