Analyzes the way the Supreme Court decision in the Bakke case dealt delicately with the meanings of a number of key words, including "quota,""stigma,""equality," and "discrimination." (GT)

Defining "high risk" and "adventure" programs, this article discusses the more prominent issues of the controversy surrounding the growing demand for certification of adventure education program leaders. (Author/SB)

The purpose of this paper is to argue that the term "multicultural education" has obtained no single, universally acceptable meaning. Instead it is possible to delineate several different interpretations of the concept, each of which carries with it an explicit or implicit vision of Canadian society. (Author)

The analysis of preschool mainstreaming focuses on theoretical amibiguities, research gaps, interpretations, and procedures. Varied legal, professional, and educational definitions and interpretations are cited, and responses to a survey regarding the definition of mainstreaming completed by 47 Head Start project coordinators are analyzed. (CL)

Four suggested typologies from the literature for classifying program "types" provide a base for analyzing the problem of nomenclature in experiential education. A recommended typology of program types is presented, along with the positions supporting the types selected as well as those rejected. (Author/LBH)

The notion of a psychosocial ecosystem was presented. Highlights the importance of the social setting for the study of individual psychological functioning and personality development. Notes environmental variables which influence adolescent adjustment. (Editor/RK)

Data, conclusions, generalizations, and a model are presented in a study concerned with two major issues: The need to clarify and refine the graduate program in Industrial Education and the need to structure the Industrial Education graduate program. (TA)

Reviews seven multiple-intelligence forms (linguistic, logical-mathematical, spatial, bodily kinesthetic, musical, interpersonal, intrapersonal) and adds naturalist intelligence, the ability to discriminate among living things. Considers a ninth form (existential intelligence), challenges the IQ concept and common testing practices, and urges…

The prevailing notion of integration of college teaching and research is more myth than reality. To make the relationship more productive, educators must change the terms, redefine research, and reorient thinking about teaching, understanding that teaching and research are distinct and not automatically linked. Institutions must implement policies…

Discusses seven categories of hate crime and focuses on problems affecting K-12 and higher education. Wise school and university officials head off trouble before it happens. They realize that assuring young people's success in a diverse, challenging society requires comprehensive educational experiences to build tolerance and understanding of…

Australian Aboriginal adults (n=74) and children (n=103) were interviewed regarding their perspectives on giftedness. Aboriginal culture was found to view giftedness as a consequence of individual ability, commitment, and environmental factors. Research is reported on the specific talents valued by the Aboriginal culture. Suggestions are given for…

Using Ernest Boyer's categories of scholarly activity, a framework for scholarly contribution was developed and is currently used at the DePaul University (Illinois) School for New Learning. The framework includes assumptions regarding scholarship, expectations for faculty scholarly activity, and definitions and criteria for four forms of…

Used stick-figure cartoons depicting various peer social situations to investigate meanings given by children in 14 countries to native terms cognate to bullying. Found that 8-year- olds primarily discriminated nonaggressive and aggressive situations; 14-year-olds discriminated fighting versus physical bullying and verbal bullying versus social…

Reviews variables, measures, and studies associated with the child care quality perspectives of researchers and professionals, parents using care, child care staff, and children in care. Argues that given the preponderance of studies conducted from the professional/researcher perspective, more effort should be directed to studying child care…

A survey of all state education agencies (SEAs) was conducted to compare regulations for the determination of a learning disability. Results revealed many similarities among the states with some variations in the SEA eligibility criteria. Identification requirements were different under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act and the…