This study was one of a series of field experiments designed to accomplish three purposes: (1) to validate research-based principles of classroom organization and management found in correlational research to be related to instructional and managerial effectiveness in elementary classrooms (grades 1-6); (2) to determine if school district…

Techniques to enable high school students to improve their test performance are briefly outlined. The techniques cover pre-test preparation, strategies for use during test administration, and special skills for multiple-choice and essay tests. An advantage of students practicing their test-taking skills is that it will help them manage the anxiety…

Two primary objectives were served in this study. Perceptions were identified for preservice teachers relative to: (1) the kinds of discipline problems with which public schools are confronted; and (2) the frequency utilization of a variety of methods of managing student behavior. A secondary objective was to identify significant differences in…

Examined were teacher perceptions of the classroom behavior of socially rejected, popular, and average children at prekindergarten, primary and later elementary grade levels. Teachers' personal preferences for children who differed in sociometric status were also investigated, as were the behavioral determinants of these preferences. Subjects were…

To describe and analyze the revision processes of a group of college freshmen and a group of experienced adult writers, eight freshman students and seven experienced adult writers were asked to write three compositions, rewrite each composition two times, suggest revisions for a composition written by an anonymous author, and be interviewed three…

Previous research has suggested a high level of sexual activity among students, often involving unprotected intercourse. To better understand what factors contribute to consistent use of effective contraception, the relationship between sexual knowledge and sexual behavior and the relationship of sex guilt to sex knowledge were investigated in a…

Fundamental Interpersonal Relations Orientation Behavior Scale for Children (FIRO-BC) is a self-report measure of 9- through 13-year-old children's interpersonal behavior on six dimensions: expressed-inclusion, wanted-inclusion, expressed-control, wanted-control, expressed-affection, and wanted-affection. This investigation examined the factor…

An action-theory framework is used to systematically analyze the educational literature about student involvement in learning. Action is self-directed and arises from internal stimuli. In contrast, behavior is other directed and responds to external stimuli. The review focuses on the involvement of secondary learners in curricular, rather than…

This report of a Colorado school district's program for student management on school buses includes descriptions of discipline procedures and the "Safe Ridership" program which is offered at the elementary and junior high levels and which of instructs students on ridership rules and regulations. Also included are copies of the relevant…

A survey was conducted investigating the health habits and attitudes of 18,000 K-12 students enrolled in Kansas public schools. This document presents results of the study in tabular form. Information is provided on responses to questions dealing with: (1) stress management; (2) nutrition; (3) use of alcohol; (4) safety; (5) smoking; and (6)…

A method for recognizing supportive behavior among the students of a seventh grade social studies class, whose disruptive and abusive behavior made learning impossible, resulted in positive personal growth for both teacher and student. (JH)

Educators have the opportunity to instill peaceful sentiments and attitudes in their students. What may be somewhat less obvious is that they also have an obligation to do so. (Author)

Teachers cannot continue to be efficient in the classroom unless parents - and society - take a much firmer hand in training children in morals, ethics and good manners. (Editor)

Author attempted to assess the politics of education in a way that clarifies more fully and usefully the kinds of political commitment of educational agencies. Three intellectual traditions were conjoined in a model of the politics of education. (Author/RK)

The effects of physical attractiveness, sex of child, and conduct of the child on teacher expectations were investigated. (Editor)