Engaging adult students who are part-time learners requires a particular effort to integrate academic learning with the rest of their lives. Single-loop learning and double-loop learning, concepts from the work of Argyris and Schon (1974), are described. (MLW)

Compares the written production of 12 sixth grade English-as-a-second-language (ESL) students on 3 teacher-assigned tasks with their writing to the teacher in dialogue journals. Finds that the quantity and maturity of the dialogue journal writing was at least equivalent to the assigned writing on all measures. (RS)

This article investigates journal writings of 26 gifted male adolescents in Singapore, focusing on letters to themselves about plans for positive lifestyles. Students' writings dealt with such issues as appearance, personality, organizational skills, interests, fulfillment of talent, family, and contribution to society. (Author/JDD)

Describes a three-week summer institute for middle school teachers in which they explored quantitative reasoning, the notion of variable, various algebraic concepts, and proportional reasoning. Activities included journal writing, field experience, and sharing time. (MKR)

A study of the role of audiotape dialogue journals (ADJ) in the second-language classroom examined patterns in form and nature of the conversations and in relationships between participants. Results are reported for two teachers and two students, one Japanese and one Latin American. Structuring such taped conversations is recommended. (MSE)

Offers guidelines on using student journals and microthemes in writing across the curriculum programs, drawing from the experiences of faculty at Queensborough Community College. Includes sample assignments. (DMM)

Describes the use of short stories to promote written and oral language skill development in college-level students in an English-as-a-Second-Language writing and oral fluency class. (GLR)

Describes a New York City high school's experience with Outward Bound, a cooperatively funded experiential learning program. Rock climbing was used to teach youngsters how to deal with the metaphorical walls facing everyone. The program's success (a 90% graduation rate) depended on faculty commitment, administrative support, motivated student…

Student teachers completing urban field experiences were trained in reflective thinking. Comparisons with students who did not receive the training indicated that field experiences with opportunities to reflect on practice increased the likelihood that students could recognize and process more of the complexity marking teaching and learning,…

The perspectives of preservice teachers in utilizing concept mapping as a learning strategy are examined. Preservice teachers were asked to construct concept maps, reflect on the process, and then to record their reactions in personal journals which became the primary data source. Reaction to preservice teachers concept maps and apparent learning…

Describes a reading workshop for at-risk high school students that incorporates self-selected reading, journal responses, and minilessons about comprehensive strategies, authors, and writer's craft. (SR)

A year-long study examined the development of student teachers' concerns. Journals from 19 elementary student teachers during their 1-year, postbaccaluareate program showed a broad range of concerns, development toward independence from student to teacher over time, and reflection on educational aims and practices when given the needed support.…

Describes a classroom technique in which student journals are used to teach music. Provides suggestions on topics and activities that serve as the foundation for student writing. Recommends immediate review and sharing of journal entries among students. (CFR)

Presents a collection of elementary level activities to teach students about Thomas Jefferson. The activities have students walk around in Jefferson's shoes, learning about his home and family life, reading habits, journal writing, letter writing, political writing, architectural experience, political activities, and accomplishments. (SM)

Discussion of genealogy focuses on material available for young people. Social influences on the renewed interest in genealogy are discussed, the maintenance of personal journals or diaries in elementary and secondary schools is described, the use of new technology is considered, and a list of books and nonbook materials is provided. (LRW)