A course focusing on the avant-garde epoch and presenting an in-depth look at the arts of the period is described. Peer instruction, individualized instruction, experiential learning, and contracts were incorporated into a traditional lecture format. Student characteristics and attitudes were monitored. Course successes and problems are outlined.…

Describes a program, developed by the home economics department and the elementary education department at Middle Tennessee State University, which emphasizes early childhood development and family life in relation to community and school environments. Examines curriculum organization, practical student experience, the development of a degree…

The Eckerd Wilderness Educational System provides emotionally disturbed children with alternative education in a year-round wilderness camp setting. Journal availability: see RC 503 504. (SB)

Describing the development, organization, and activities of a living history program designed around principles of experiential learning to stimulate student interest in American history, this article discusses the interdisciplinary approach and includes a schedule of a day-long field trip simulating garrison life 200 years ago. (SB)

Provides a personal perspective on the three-year Catholic-Jewish Colloquium through anecdotes of sharing and personal growth. Discusses this process in terms of a constant attempt to fit together the pieces of a puzzle. Includes a copy of a poem by Rabbi Lawrence Kushner. (MJP)

Provides justification for a cross-disciplinary approach to program delivery in physical education for students with physical and cognitive disabilities. Details the positive outcomes possible through a bidirectional relationship between physical education and physical therapy and presents guidelines for collaboration and for sport skill…

Describes a year-long project where the specialist teachers (music, art, drama, and creative movement) attempted to integrate their instruction into the rest of an elementary school's curriculum. Discusses the initial planning, procedures, and information collected for research purposes. Includes verbatim responses from teachers, students, and…

Discusses and illustrates three ways to promote prosocial attitudes towards global issues among students. Includes classroom environments that reinforce desired attitudes; facilitating direct "emotional" experiences that influence attitudes; and engaging students in thoughtful deliberation about global issues. Offers illustrative…

Discussion of the use of classroom television focuses on the need for effective instruction rather than sophisticated technology. Highlights include math activities developed by teacher Kay Toliver; a PBS (Public Broadcasting Service) series for elementary math students; integrated learning, with an interdisciplinary approach; and teacher training…

Presents a rationale for integrating outdoor education with all subject areas that focuses on the interdisciplinary nature of outdoor education, authenticity of outdoor experiences, and affective component of outdoor education. Summarizes information submitted to Canada's Ministry of Education and Training from secondary science teachers and…

Describes a middle school curriculum that integrates service learning and civic responsibility skills into the core academic program. The "CityYouth" curriculum consists of 32 multidisciplinary lessons divided into four units of eight lessons each. Examines how schools have incorporated the units into community activities. (MJP)

Argues that the inclusion of ethnic folktales into a social studies unit can reinforce stereotypical assumptions unless it is balanced with accurate and insightful social and cultural instruction. Summarizes and discusses a number of Latino folktales and how they could be used as springboards for appropriate instruction. (MJP)

Provides a thorough introduction to the origin, ideas, and current state-of-the-art of discipline-based music education (DBME). DBME expands music education beyond performance to include aesthetics, history, and criticism. Discusses the music specialist's role in this process, gives guidelines for implementation, and includes a list of resources.…

Describes the Mathematical and Scientific Foundations of Engineering curriculum which emphasizes the mathematical and scientific concepts common to all engineering fields. Scientists and engineers together devised topics and experiments that emphasize the relevance of theory to real-world applications. Presents material efficiently while building…

Explores ways that art education projects can illuminate and address issues of sustainable development, ecology, and waste disposal. Describes projects undertaken by a high school art class. Includes references to books concerning ecology, values, and culture. (MJP)