This report on the current situation in the teaching of the classics in England is intended primarily for curriculum planners in secondary education. Trends in research and changes now developing in the approach to classics instruction are outlined. Discussion focuses on: (1) educational trends and instructional objectives in the classics, (2) the…

This document contains the 1970-1971 catalogues of five universities belonging to the Federation of Private Universities of Central America and Panama (FUPAC). The catalogues provide information on university administrators and staff, historical background, admission requirements, degree programs, scholarships, and courses. The catalogues included…

Two sets of cognitive premises are identified. An attempt is made to state the premises of each set precisely, to draw conclusions, and to explore their implications for curriculum construction. The perspective is that of cognitive psychology, and the idea is to connect certain definite curriculum arrangements to stated cognitive premises. The…

Greenville Technical College's Educational Development Team (EDT), as part of the process of individualizing instruction, works with instructors in designing and implementing competency-based instruction and the concept of mastery learning, selecting or designing alternate learning modes, and improving the evaluation of both teaching and learning.…

The trends towards modular course structures is examined. British conceptions of modularization are compared with American interpretations of modular instruction, the former shown to be concerned almost exclusively with content, the latter attempting more radical changes in students' learning behavior. Rationales for British modular schemes are…

Briefly traces the history of science curriculum development in the United States. Explains learning contracts and mastery learning as two techniques for humanizing science instruction. Summarizes the main objectives for science teaching, the rationales, and the claims that must be satisfied. (GS)

Discusses the use of future-oriented science curricula as a means of promoting scientific literacy. (MLH)

Discusses the use of reaction mechanisms rather than functional groups as a basis for organizing and teaching organic chemistry. (MLH)

A survey of institutions of higher education revealed that special education courses offered to preservice education majors were limited. (JD)

A short curriculum outline and suggested readings are offered for the physical education teacher who will be dealing with physically handicapped children in the class. (JD)

Outlines a plan for teaching science in the elementary school. Includes nature study, mathematical activities, and processes of science. (MA)

Revised standards for teacher education programs are discussed, with emphasis on changes from present standards, clarifications of existing standards, and questions about the application of the standards. (JD)

Multicultural education presumes that cultural differences are as much of a child's background as psychological differences and that they influence learning. (JD)

Concentrates on the attitudes, values and motives which would be needed by learners to make learning throughout life and in settings other than schools more effective and efficient. This is done by discussing the characteristics of "the lifelong learner". (Author)

The apparent discrepancy between Antonio Gramsci's revolutionary political and social theory and his conservatism with reference to the content and processes of schooling is discussed. (JD)