This document, the third in a series on diversity in the classroom, examines the responsibility of teachers to their diverse students. Section 1, "Introduction," reviews the issue. Section 2, "A Shared Responsibility," describes the context within which to build practices that help children become stronger. Basic to this…

This action research project implemented and evaluated a program to improve student motivation through the use of cooperative learning and multiple intelligences. The targeted population consisted of students in fourth, sixth, and tenth grade in a consolidated school district located in a rural area in the Midwest. The problems of low academic…

Twelve pupils from each of 13 middle school science classes participated in this study. Findings, among others, indicate that two of nine engagement measures (attending and generalizing), together with formal reasoning ability, were related to process skill, achievement, and retention. (JN)

Forty Hispanic junior high school girls (Los Angeles) divided into target and comparison subsamples were matched with target and comparison teacher subsamples. Target girls' behavior differed significantly in target and comparison teacher classrooms. Students indicated teachers behaved differently towards target versus comparison girls; teachers…

Describes Project EPIC (Educational Progress in Careers) in Florida, which was designed to develop measures of student behaviors considered necessary for competing in the economic world. Includes organizing a statewide committee of business, labor, and professional executives, an exemplary career education project, field testing, and project…

Twenty-four studies are reviewed for home-based reinforcement of school behavior as a method for motivating behavioral change. It is noted that the technique has been used successfully with children in group homes and in special classes, and with entire mainstreamed and special classrooms. (MH)

Investigates the influence of the teacher's presence/absence on primary children's group work in a World Studies class. Discovered that, although children generally remain on task, the teacher's presence resulted in improved quality and consistency. Includes tables of statistical and observational data, as well as excerpts from the students'…

Discovers a high correlation between positive emotional states, supportive self talk, and specific healthy behaviors in college students. The correlated health behaviors were vigorous exercise, mild exercise, seat belts, and avoidance of alcohol and junk food. Considers the impact of negative self talk on the avoidance of negative behavior. (MJP)

The magnitude of juvenile violence calls for interventions that are part of a multifaceted, long-term approach toward violence prevention. This article outlines two versions of a school violence prevention program guided by developmental principles, including support and challenge, significant role-taking experiences, guided reflection, a balance…

A survey of college students' risk behaviors (sexual, substance use, and behaviors leading to injuries) found that, when compared with relevant national health objectives, students will meet the health objectives regarding tobacco and cocaine use but not condom and birth control use, alcohol and marijuana use, or bicycle helmet use. (SM)

This study investigated differences in predisposing factors, enabling factors, reinforcing factors, and smoking behavior among middle school students in rural, urban, and suburban areas of Shanghai (China). Surveys in 11 schools indicated that students' smoking behavior was affected strongly by enabling factors and reinforcing factors related to…

Describes how conflict resolution exploring cultural value differences in a high school English-as-a-Second Language curriculum helped teachers and students handle increasing diversity and tensions while reinforcing English language skills. Student surveys, journals, and evaluations indicated that the method helped increase intercultural…

Reports on a study of the impact of individual feedback on achievement, attitudes, and behavior in cooperative learning groups on 56 8th-grade students. Finds that individual feedback was more effective than group feedback and that individual feedback resulted in more positive relationships toward others. (CFR)

Reports on a study of the effects of personal characteristics, family involvement, and ability grouping on school participation and commitment. Finds that decreasing levels of school commitment are associated with increasing rates of school crime, misconduct, and nonattendance. (CFR)

Compares opinions of students from secondary, vocational, and technicums technical schools in the USSR on why Soviet students drink alcohol. Reasons include companionship, celebrations, curiosity, and imitation. Investigates gender differences. Underscores student naivete about alcohol's effects. Indicates discrepancies between students' stated…