Variables related to delinquency in 176 sixth, seventh, and eighth grade rural youth were examined. Ss were identified through peer and faculty evaluation, and were administered the Otis Lennon Mental Ability Test and the Stanford Achievement Test. Parental support was calculated from the Self Report-Environmental Support/Environmental…

As the divorce rate continues to rise, increasing attention is being paid to the impact of parental divorce and remarriage on the children from these families. A study was undertaken to investigate the impact of family process and organization, in intact, divorced, and stepfather families. Subjects were 36 families (12 families from each group)…

The assertion that parental communication and monitoring of adolescent children will discourage premarital activity was examined in a two-stage study. First, the influence of a set of variables measuring parental supervision and discussion was analyzed using data for all 15- and 16-year olds interviewed in the 1981 National Survey of Children.…

Changes in the modern family on young men and women attending college is examined in the context of higher education. A discussion is offered of psychological regression and narcissism, the need young people bring to college, and how these needs may or may not be met by traditional programs. (Editor/PG)

Discusses the relationship between peer popularity and perceived parental behavior of acceptance-rejection. Subjects were 100 children in grades six thru nine, and their families. Results, consistent with previous findings, indicate that children's perceptions of parental behaviors have a pervasive influence on their behavior. (Author/HMV)

Sex of child, fathers education, race, and number of siblings of each sex were employed to predict High School Personality Questionnaire and Culture Fair Intelligence Questionnaire scores in a sample of 298 high school students. (ST)

Reports the results of an analysis of IEA survey data relating to the variability in science achievement of 14-year-old students in Australian schools. The analysis indicates that the home background of students is the predominant factor affecting school science achievement. (JR)

Discusses the socializing part played by storytelling and reading aloud in encouraging literacy. (RB)

The relationship between self concpet and creativity was examined in 44 mentally retarded adolescents. Self concept was measured by the Piers-Harris Children's Self Concept Scale. Physical health and quality of home life were rated. Creativity measures included the Alternate Uses Test and Torrance's Thinking Creatively with Pictures, Form B.…

This paper discusses developmental theories of morality exemplified by the writings of Piaget and Kohlberg which emphasize cognitive processes in moral judgment. Aspects of Piaget's and Kohlberg's theories are summarized, with particular attention to the stage concept and the role of intention in moral judgment. Relevant criticisms of the…

This workshop discussion guide identifies experiences that the family contributes to the life-long learning, growth and achievement of children and adults. In narrative form, the presentation proceeds metaphorically. Family life is seen as a "school curriculum" complete with instruction in three content areas: (1) SELF-CONCEPT (courses offered…

The speech briefly addresses a variety of educational needs emerging due to changing social and family influences. The view emphasizes education as life itself rather than preparation for life. Three propositions are developed from this view: 1) we must get away from the notion that education takes place only in a formalized setting; 2) we must…

The research which is most helpful for early childhood education includes findings in learning, developmental psychology, and early childhood program evaluations; the lack of replication of studies makes interpretation difficult. Reassessment of the importance of the early years and present educational goals indicates that increasing emphasis…

Described as a text for students in college courses of all disciplines relating to the mentally handicapped (education, medicine, psychology, rehabilitation and others), the collection of papers contains two introductory articles on the origins of intelligence and the meaning of mental handicaps. Eight papers devoted to the biological factors in…