Changes in the college and university environment (oversimplified instructional materials, demand for detailed instructions, avoidance of challenge in curricula, overuse of student evaluation of faculty) suggest that in their efforts to recruit and retain students, institutions have promoted students' increased intellectual dependency. This…

Describes a volunteer tutoring program coordinated by associates of the Exxon Corporation to help middle and high school students with math and science homework. Enumerates the successes of the tutoring program and highlights other outreach activities of the company in Baton Rouge. Stresses that the future of high-technology companies depends on…

Reports an analysis of content in 40 property law courses, comparing coverage reflected in the syllabi with coverage reflected in a 1976 survey of property teachers, including these topics: adverse possession; estates and future interests; concurrent estates; landlord-tenant law; real estate transactions; easements, covenants, and equitable…

Presents findings of a case study that examined the use of teacher leaders on an elementary school management team and perceptions of teachers and staff members. Team members were positive about using teacher leaders on a management team but found a need for clearer definitions of leadership roles and better communication between the staff and…

Proper transitions between instructional units are necessary to run physical education classes effectively and minimize student behavior problems. This paper describes the design of a middle school time management plan that included positive reinforcement (public posting and physical activity reinforcement). (SM)

A recent study revealed that the theme of civic responsibility/civic participation/citizenship is the most frequently articulated intended student outcome of service-learning at the national policy level. In contrast, college students, faculty, staff, and administrators barely mentioned notions of citizenship in describing outcomes of…

Presents a comprehensive ranking of all national liberal arts colleges based on publications cataloged by the "Journal of Economic Literature" (JEL) from 1989-1994. Concludes that, although economics research is important at the highest ranked colleges, it remains a secondary consideration at the rest. Briefly discusses previous rankings…

Despite recent rejection of proposals for national reform of college accreditation, a well-established system of regional, voluntary self-regulation offers the best vehicle for correcting imbalance in educational quality assurance. The new Council for Higher Education Accreditation can help restore public faith in voluntary self-regulation by…

Reports a study examining the use of group activities in 10 randomly selected English-language teaching coursebooks published since 1990. Results are discussed in light of theory and research on cooperative learning; task-based language teaching; and the roles of learners, teachers, and coursebooks. (26 references) (Author/CK)

Criticizes the recent trend of six-figure-plus salaries for higher education administrators in Canada. Maintains that these salaries reflect neither market value nor individual performance but rather result from aggressive self-promotion and institutional chicanery. Argues that those individuals motivated primarily by money should work in the…

Briefly reviews a wide assortment of educational resources addressing children's rights, child welfare, and efforts to end child poverty. Discusses the effects of poverty, racism, and violence on children and provides information on organizations working to create better conditions. (MJP)

Due to National Council of Teachers of Mathematics professional teaching standards and other developments, today's mathematics teachers are expected to teach new, fairly rigorous subject matter to a diverse audience, using active learning approaches designed to develop understanding. Administrators must help teachers meet the challenges of higher…

Discusses a study revealing that experienced language teachers of English as a Second Language perceive that it is important to develop and maintain a positive whole-group feeling among their students. Identifies relevant areas in the field of social psychology and discusses eight facets of the group development process in language classes. (Six…

Proponents of law-related education in high school assert that an understanding of legal principles is essential for the maintenance of a tolerant pluralistic society. The law-related education curriculum uses mock trials and case studies to teach the principles of the judicial system. (SLD)

This article proposes that schools take on the role of coordinating intervention efforts with school-age children who exhibit antisocial behavior patterns. Collaboration with families and social service agencies is urged. A generic prevention/intervention approach for reducing antisocial behavior risk factors is suggested, with recommendations for…