This book offers a cross-section of the concepts and subject-matter areas which form the theoretical framework for physical education. Its stated purpose is to provide a source of information, insight, and inspiration to those who comtemplate physical education as a career. Chapters include the following: (a) "Education for a Better World;" (b)…

The many problems presented by the nature of man and in studying man are the focus of this paper which attempts to place these problems in perspective in terms of the past and future. The enigma facing man, that man must study man, is related in an introduction. Freud's, Adler's, and Jung's developments in the study of the nature of man are…

This paper presents a study of curriculum reorganization in schools of education. It used knowledge as the principle by which a college of education should be organized in order to maximize effectiveness and elicit the best efforts from its staff. In the search for this principle or organization, some criteria were first established: (1) that the…

Adopted by Unesco's International Conference on Public Education at its 31st session in 1968, this recommendation deals specifically with school education, including teacher preparation. It covers topics such as legislative and administrative provisions, studies and activities for primary and secondary schools, and teaching methods. (Author/ND)

The authors present ten common principles of education and question why they are so often violated in practice. (SJL)

Using the benefits to students and teachers alike in mathematics classes as an example, the author describes a successful attempt to group students vertically (students of different ages in the same class) in a combined high school and community college. (KC)

Author states that: "Education /in these countries/ is openly and avowedly political, seeking to prepare the child for a useful life in the socialistic society."

Develops the concepts of educational vision and consensual leadership, highlights their interrelationships, and indicates how the consensus leader should behave in the vision-building process. (JK)

Discusses the contributions to educational theory and practice and particularly moral education of Edward Thring. Nineteen eighty-seven is the centenary of the death of Thring who, as headmaster of Uppingham School, built it from a small country grammar school to a thriving public school of national reputation. Includes several quotes from Thring.…

Everything that educators have learned aabout individual differences and learning styles as they relate to pacing is negated by tests that disregard such evidence. Unless they are improved, competency tests are likely to seriously damage the educational process. (CJH)

Examines the educational debate surrounding the question of whether or not four-year-old children should be in public schools. (HOD)

Printed works dealing with educational history that were recently acquired by the Centre for the Study of the History of Education are cited in this bibliography. (RM)

Criteria are set forth for a philosophy that could contribute to advancement in educational administration. Three broad areas are covered: (1) the ideas and methods of educational administration; (2) communication and verification in the field; and (3) values and the normative side of education. (TE)

Lists five fundamentals for early childhood education: (1) each child is unique, (2) each child has a range of differences within, (3) learning that lasts is embedded in meaningful experiences, (4) a good teacher gets to know each child and is knowledgeable about a child's needs, and (5) parents and teachers need to work cooperatively. (HOD)

Presents the author's recommendations, based on both broad visions and practical concerns, for reconceiving and improving curriculum. (MCG)