Refutes the very concept of a social science. Observes that the disciplines which study man and society are too heavily characterized by diversity, lack of consensus, and dissonance to be considered sciences. Classifies social science as a "non-science" and considers the term "social studies" to be a more honest and descriptive name to attach to…

Assessed how reports of parental discipline and control were related to adolescent sexual attitudes and behavior. Adolescents' perceptions of parental strictness and rules show a curvilinear relationship to their sexual attitudes and behavior; sexual permissiveness and intercourse experience was highest among adolescents who viewed their parents…

Asserts that the distinguishing focus of the communication discipline is symbolic activity. Suggests that wide recognition of this focus, its scope and coherence would help to resolve important discipline-related controversies. (MS)

School personnel need to know legal obligations to report criminal activity observed while performing their duties. This article analyzes civic responsibility and discusses specific North Carolina statutory and common law provisions applying to teachers, principals, and other school staff in certain circumstances. Some violations may be handled…

Defends the validity of the methodology and findings of a previously published report which ranked university Black Studies departments by achievement. Argues that the future of Black Studies depends upon its ability to impose standards of excellence upon itself. (KH)

This article contains a summary of major conceptual and empirical advances in the field of classroom management and a guide to literature in the area. Attention is given to ways in which preservice teachers can develop an understanding of this knowledge and learn to apply it in classrooms. (MT)

The courts have not limited use of corporal punishment in schools. Most schools have the authority to use corporal punishment. To protect children from ill-defined standards, the public must persuade legislators that the "in loco parentis" doctrine be subject to statutory limitations. (MD)

Parents of gifted children can provide a disciplined home environment for their children via three approaches for setting limits: "focusing" on behavior in family conferences, contracting, and jointly structuring activities to promote acceptable behavior at home. (CL)

Describes several characteristics of good principals and effectively run schools and discusses ways to achieve good discipline in schools. Presents ways in which counselors can detect and thwart potential problems. Challenges administrators, teachers, and counselors to unite on issues pertaining to discipline and instructional excellence. (BH)

Outlines the history of corporal punishment in American schools and the development of the debate on its application in the schools. Reviews court decisions since the 1970s that affect the controversy. Includes a list of references. (MD)

The globalization of society and of the economy has lead to the globalization of geographical space, infusing it with new significance. Historical conditions are now ripe for establishing a geography that is both global and theoretically based. (RM)

Discusses a cheating incident, the extent of cheating, and ways to handle the problem. (EL)

The medium-specificity thesis that says each art form has its own domain of expression and exploration is discussed. This thesis has significance for educational policy, e.g., when art forms try to form their own academic departments or divisions, they will assert their autonomy using medium-specificity arguments. (RM)

Briefly discusses strategies for establishing environmental education (EE) in schools, focusing on the relationship between EE and the traditional academic disciplines and why EE should be initiated within these disciplines. Points out reasons why EE should be an area of study for all students. (JN)

The terms discipline, control, and punishment and their place in the classroom are discussed. Methods of nonphysical punishment for the teacher's use are given. (DF)