The fourth in a series from a study of least restrictive environment (LRE) placement for handicapped students identifies exemplary practices useful in arriving at LRE placements. Analysis of state documents and observations of 134 placement team meetings held in five states were carried out. Noteworthy approaches are summarized for five…

The primary function of this book is to treat the topic of lighting design in such a manner as to bridge the gap between architects and illuminating engineers. The work is divided into three parts: Part I, Principles of Design, offers information and analysis of how natural and artificial lighting affects building design, how illumination levels…

This secondary school curriculum guide describes a program of career exploration in occupational areas related to art. Included in the guide are: (1) "The Rationale," which emphasizes student examination of choices in relation to their interests, capacities, and values; (2) "Definitions of Career Education," which defines career education and…

Volume 2 (See also TE 499 837.) of this aesthetic education project contains the remaining 11 of 17 report appendices--two on Western art, two on architecture, and one each on Nonwestern art, Nonwestern music, dance, theatre, and a brief outline on film and literature--offering curriculum materials and sample lesson plans. The last two appendices…

This ethnographic study explores the underlying structure of the design practices in the Oxford Studio, a design studio course taught at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology Department of Architecture. The study describes elements of the practices in the Oxford Studio and then analyzes the connections among these elements at three levels: (a)…

A neighborhood vacant lot can be a vehicle for teaching children about architecture and community planning. A Portland, Oregon, teacher explains how studying the lot can involve exploring neighborhood history, gathering data on local needs, and designing an appropriate building. (PP)

Describes how the people of Redwood Falls, Minnesota worked together to build a new public library facility in their community. Library personnel and volunteers held various fundraising activities which matched donations from a department store owner and a local grant. Discusses the architecture of the new library which includes computer…

Describes a project where students in an Iowa City, Iowa middle school recreated their town at the turn of the century using electronic and manipulative media. Discusses initial studies of structures, construction principles, and architectural terminology; student research of primary source documents and interviews with local architects; and…

Describes the design of numerous school buildings (pre-K to college), including their educational context and design goals. Includes information on the size, cost, and development team, and provides the floor plan and photographs. Concludes with an architects and manufacturers index. (EV)

Describes the Desert Willow Library and Classroom Building, Mesquite Student Services and Administration Building, Palo Verde Science Laboratories and Classroom Building, and Ironwood Central Plant of the title college, including educational context and design goals. Includes a general description; information on the architect, construction team,…

Describes the building design of the library and technology center named in the title, including the educational context and design goals. Includes a general description; information on the architect, construction team, and manufacturers and suppliers; and a case study of costs and specifications. (EV)

Describes the design of the building named in the title, including the educational context and design goals. Includes information on architects, consultants, suppliers, and cost, as well as floor plans and photographs. Discusses how the modern structure fits into the campus. (EV)

Presented is a bibliography of periodical literature on the following topics: the impact of science and technology, art and architecture, biography, computers, international science and technology, and development and modernization. Also presented is an annotated bibliography of children's books, books on economics, the environment, and the…

Presents results of a questionnaire survey of 27 Association of Architectural Librarians members working for architectural and design firms. Library services, library collections, user access, space and equipment, library staff, and future possibilities are discussed, and a copy of the survey is appended. (LRW)

Argues that art history should have a more prominent place in primary and secondary education. Suggests promoting art history by (1) ensuring that teachers are knowledgeable in the discipline; (2) studying art history through other disciplines; and (3) exposing students to real artworks, local architecture, and the significance of popular culture.…