Meditation nowadays plays a part in mind/body medicine and in some branches of educational psychology. In ancient and medieval times, these functions formed a part of the humanities curriculum as it was taught in philosophical schools, monastic communities, and universities. This article claims that it is by returning to a holistic view of the…

When asked to speak on the first day of Rosh Hashanah (the Jewish New Year) the author, who is passionate about developing holistic education, began to realize that he had gotten lazy about his own personal growth. As an educator, he was quite used to creating environments that transform students, and encouraging them to explore different parts of…

Communication theorists now concerned with developing better intercultural interactions are suggesting movement from an approach that has been purely analytical to one that is holistic. American society is at a stage where is must move from "dichotomization" to a more humanistic approach that involves unconditional positive regard for others, as…

Organic education, which was introduced into the United States during the last third of the 19th century, was based upon Froebel's ideal of life as a connected whole. The late 19th century was a favorable period for innovation, for its economic prosperity made leaders feel that with the use of scientific methods anything was possible, and its…

Defines environmentalism both as a concept and an activity. As a concept, it encompasses not only environmental conservation but also social, economic, and political issues. As an activity, it focuses on a coordinated, networking, holistic issue approach to environmental problems. Implications of environmentalism (based on the definitions…

Describes a method that permits answering research questions of general importance by examining individuals in a comprehensive, whole-person manner. Discusses their use in two studies of persons with spinal cord injuries. (LLL)

The article discusses the characteristics of holistic teachers, noting that such teachers respect children's learning capacities to help learning happen. She suggests that holistic teachers are children who have managed to grow up still learners. (CL)

A phonics lesson with a learning disabled adult is analyzed to illustrate the author's contention that learning and learning dysfunctions cannot be explained primarily in cognitive terms which seek to reduce complex social-psychological interactions to narrow mental explanations. (CL)

Comments on a recent proposal by Fox (1982) that suggested that clinical psychology move away from psychopathology to the totality of human problems. Cites evidence that suggests that many of the roles that Fox sees as appropriate for doctoral-level clinical psychologists are being performed adequately by social workers. (JAC)

A massive shift in perceptions of reality is underway, with thinkers in many disciplines beginning to move away from the traditional reductionist, mechanical world view to an ecological, holistic systems paradigm. Social implications are discussed. (AM)

This paper proposes a new model for the development of adult education curricula. The model is holistic to complement the segmental needs and special interests approach that is characteristic of most programs. (JOW)

A model is offered which demonstrates the role of brain hemisphericity in teaching-learning strategies which implements affective learning without sacrificing cognitive achievement. (Author/BRR)

A holistic conception of transformative learning involves understanding of the self through spiritual, emotional, and mythological dimensions of experience, grounded in the idea of archetypes. (SK)

Defines Cosmic Education using Mario Montessori's concrete illustration of the interdisciplinary and synthetic nature of the program. Suggests that the "The Great River," a sixth "Great Lesson," can be a framework for the history of human cooperation, and that this story lays the groundwork for teaching an understanding of…

Superintendent of Trenton (New Jersey) Public Schools discusses process and challenges of implementing whole-school reform models in his district and the educational benefits derived there from. Argues that results thus far support New Jersey's approach to whole-school reform in urban districts. (PKP)