A theoretical framework for conceptualizing different kinds of language rights and for construing the nature of the tension between them is discussed. Differences between individual and communal language rights are examined, and the latter are suggested to have sound moral foundations. Examples are drawn from Canada. (19 references) (Author/LB)

A European perspective on multicultural education is presented that focuses on demographic/geopolitical, public policy, and sociolinguistic dimensions, and the intercultural hypothesis. "Positive discrimination" and sociological insertion are also discussed, along with implications for America. (29 references) (LB)

A personal account of measuring the pros and cons of disposable diaper usage leads the author to differentiate between a garbage problem and environmental problem. Concludes the disposable diaper issue is a political and economic issue with a local environmental impact and well within our abilities to manage. (MCO)

Asserts that suspension by the Federal Communications Commission of the Fairness Doctrine (which required broadcasters to air controversy and air it fairly) has not led to greater amounts of controversial programing. Argues that cancellation of the rule may in fact have limited the airing of controversy. (SG)

Presents the keynote address to the 1990 convention of the Speech Communication Association. Illustrates a discussion of the First Amendment and the new majoritarianism by examining three controversies: the flag burning issue, battles over alleged obscenity and government funding of the arts, and incidents of racist, sexist, and homophobic…

African National Congress members in exile in Tanzania established the Solomon Mahlangu Freedom College as a secondary school and community education center, seeking to continue the education of exiled South Africans while preparing them for liberation struggles. (SK)

Addresses philosophical issues arising from debates over "political correctness" and "great books" in the early 1990s. Observes that "correctness" now carries a negative connotation, and suggests that a distinction be drawn between transmitting political or moral views and doing so dogmatically. Defends Paulo Freire's…

Focuses on language as a contributing factor in conflicts between as well as within nations. Specific sections address these issues: language and warfare in pre-nationalist Europe; the role of language in building the nation states of Europe; language and the contractual nation; language and the descent nation; the citizen's army and total war;…

Discusses the role of the public library trustees and considers characteristics that are important for successful library boards, including diversity, active participation, knowledge of laws that authorize creation of public libraries and describe the terms and duties of board members, selection and support of a good library director, and…

Considers the change in the media presentation of Islam in Turkey after the ascent of commercial television. Discusses the image of Islam and of Turkish politicians as presented in different contexts on TV--the "issuetization" of Islam for the consumption of the mainstream audience. (PA)

Argues that political commentary is excellent pedagogical raw material to help secondary students develop critical thinking. Outlines a lesson plan based on comparing the political commentaries of Rush Limbaugh and Will Rogers. Includes suggested evaluation activities, a list of annotated resources, and excerpts from the writings or statements of…

Discusses a 1998 article on the effects of child sexual abuse, which created considerable controversy in the media, conservative organizations, and Congress. The incident raises questions about authors' responsibilities in reporting controversial findings, academic and scientific freedom, the American Psychological Association's role in disabusing…

Presents five rules of scientific review and publishing: judge scientific articles only by their logic and strength of their evidence; accept results of a competent peer review; resist efforts to judge articles on the basis of political concerns; abide by the same rules of logic and evidence applied to all scientific work despite disagreement with…

Observes that resistant students in the college history classroom need to be intrigued by history through the unexpected. Recommends that educators use the study, preparation, and consumption of food as a means to engaging students in historical discussions about different ideologies, events, and places throughout history. (CMK)

I examine fundamental elements of the cultural and relational environments of the organizations that produce electoral forecasts in the Spanish parliamentary elections. The analysis reveals how these elements shape the interests and decisions in a collectivity of organizations that share a common technology. I investigate the reasons for the…