Summarizes data that reflects the extent to which graduate students in psychology perceive themselves as prepared for different activities they have to undertake as faculty. Reveals a significant gap between the perceived importance and the level of training received in research training, class management, and academic life. MJP)

Argues that citizenship education must include an examination of the great issues of the times using active, critical teaching methods and reflective inquiry. Maintains that this is necessary to prevent political apathy in young people. Briefly discusses the history of social studies educational reform and the creation of national standards. (MJP)

Understanding prospective employees' rights (under the 1964 Civil Rights Act and other federal legislation prohibiting discriminatory practices) can help principals protect themselves, their schools, and their districts from litigation. Scenarios are described, along with permissible staff-selection steps: position analysis, recruitment,…

Presents tips, gleaned from federal research, to help parents understand how their children are doing in school, including: know what is expected; know the child's reading level; understand test scores; solicit teacher feedback; become familiar with the child's homework; use report cards to identify overall progress; stay attuned to social skills;…

A psychoeducational support group program was established for aging parents of 30 adult offspring with developmental disabilities, of whom 17 resided with the parents. This article describes the program's development, parents' self-reported objectives for participating, comparison of parents with and parents without their offspring at home, and…

Describes the role and responsibilities of the school library media specialist as identified in 1994-96 dissertation research. Highlights include media specialists as collaborative workers, the importance of leadership, commitment to a media literacy-skills program and student needs, professional development, the need for principal support,…

A pull-out folder presents the latest information and resources about teaching reading. After offering statistics about reading and reading instruction, the folder examines National Council of Teachers of English and English/International Reading Association standards, explains how to nurture a love of reading in students, and offers resources for…

Argues that economic literacy is necessary for an informed opinion about the factors influencing our society and government. Maintains that, currently, high school students' misinformation about economic facts and their inability to perform economic analysis puts our economy at risk. Advocates increasing objective and nonpartisan economics…

Reviews a number of videos distributed by The Video Project, an organization that provides media programs on global issues at an affordable price. Specifically, reviews videos that highlight personal experiences/consequences of war and violence. Includes videos concerning Bosnia, Vietnam, Hiroshima, and conflict resolution. (MJP)

This paper discusses how teachers and English-speaking parents can address the needs of second-language families. Teachers can establish a dialog through home visits or school meetings. Parents can invite the families to attend school meetings, provide interpreters, and form committees for foreign-born parents. (SM)

Utilizes the General Collectivism Index (GCI), a survey questionnaire, to compare cultural characteristics between Mexican and U.S. college students. Responses suggested Mexican students possess greater collectivist tendencies, especially in interpersonal relationships. (MJP)

Nothing is distributed evenly. Only 5 states will have a 20 percent enrollment increase; enrollments will decline in eastern central cities. The nature of race is changing, students are increasingly mobile, and the population is aging. Teachers must accommodate varied student backgrounds, needs, and world views. (MLH)

Reviews family responsibility, youth's obligations, and the flows of moral and material capital from child to parents as well as parents to children. Suggests that children's competence in assisting others and ability to make civic contributions affect family survival and children's developmental transitions, social behavior, and cognitive…

Institutions of higher education, as well as the Greek-letter organizations they host, are under increasing public and legal scrutiny. It is vital that student-affairs administrators understand and address the potential legal implications of having Greek organizations on their campuses. (Author)

Explores the impact of Professional Development Schools (PDSs) on the professional lives of school-based and university-based administrators, examining literature about the need for redefined leadership in restructuring schools and leadership roles in PDSs and discussing results from a study designed to elicit the voices of these administrators…