As computers increase in sophistication and as predictive data become more readily available, the individual will have significant information about his present self and his future educational and vocational probabilities. However, counselors will have to ensure that the individuality of the student remains intact. (Author/CJ)

Describes the most useful types of knowledge for developing the humane capabilities of individuals in contemporary American society and lists five specific implications for educational change. (JH)

Considers a commonly held proposition of humanistic psychologists/educators and argues for its validity: that human beings have an innate striving to be all that they can be. The stress-equilibrium dynamic is also used as a basis for support. Others are encouraged to offer constructive criticism. (JAC)

The recipient of the 1983 Humanist of the Year Award discusses the need to integrate sexuality into the whole of life. To deal effectively with problems in our personal lives, in the classroom, and at the national and international levels, we must continue to study human conduct and interaction. (RM)

Suggests that the Golden Age of criminal justice research has ended with an impending era of austerity. Reviews the work done in the past forty years and recommends a return to the people-oriented research that characterized the Chicago School of the early '20s rather than systems research. (Author/JAC)

Discusses the importance of having a biological point of view brought to bear on political issues, now and in the future. A definition of such a viewpoint is offered within the context of human variation, biology and social structure, and biology and humanism. (SA)

To teach critical thinking, introductory psychology students were asked to evaluate two books, "Walden Two" and "The Eden Express," from biological, humanistic, or environmental perspectives. Students wrote individual position papers, group position statements, and group critiques of other positions. Questionnaires revealed that students found…

The 60s, 70s, and 80s represent, respectively, the thesis, antithesis, and synthesis of the humanistic dialectic. Humanism and humanistic education in the 80s must help us to move from the idea of the isolated self to that of the social, independent, synergetic self. (Author/GC)

One of the greatest needs in curriculum development today is for balance, not only in the goals, content, and objectives of the curriculum, but also in the learning theories that teachers apply to their methods and media of instruction. A student learning guide based on a mixed theory approach is presented. (Author/CMV)

The current group-oriented educational system provides education for all, but not for each. Computer-based education, properly used, can give each student a chance to develop fully, but a great deal of support on all levels in needed to bring about the change. (Author/TG)

There is no longer any such thing as citizenship in the modern industrial world. The science of ecology must inspire the innovative curricula of tomorrow. (JN)

Shows that many "liberal" educators who are in the thrall of obviously "humane" doctrines oppose semantic tyranny or suppression of free speech by their political antagonists, while failing to descry their own manipulations of language and oppositions to others' rights. (GT)

The present study explored the interaction of effects of classroom style and locus of control on students' satisfaction, rather than students' achievement, in a college setting. Data suggest that locus of control, as measured by the Rotter Internal-External Scale, appears to offer promise as a psychological trait associated with students'…

Notes prevailing racial standards in employment, health care, income security, and education. Discusses continuing segregation in schools and housing. Suggests that the elements of Humanism provide practical solutions for this dilemma. Journal availability: see SO 507 190. (KC)