Presenting historical and contemporary comments by writers on the city, this article describes four outstanding city learning activities: publication of a newspaper on a city neighborhood; preparation of a neighborhood profile; participation in a city "solo" experience; and participation in a "common learnings" course (interdisciplinary field…

Describing some of the current Foxfire activities, this article presents the rationale behind Foxfire's expansion--"Before you start to do anything related to your work with this organization, ask yourself first why a student is not doing it instead. If you don't have a good reason, then go find a student, preferably one who has never done it…

The central limit theorem is demonstrated in a simple, unsophisticated manner through three experiments. (JT)

Shows how darkness and night provide a potentially excellent arena for experiential learning opportunities. Recommends learning must be gradual, beginning with appreciation and allaying fear of the dark. Suggests sensory activities, hikes, games, aquatic activities, ecological simulations, historical presentations, and writing or reciting poetry.…

Discusses "state of the art" of research in experiential education, gap between researchers and practitioners, and current practices and problems. Suggests refocusing attention in interpretive phase of research and evaluation and use of multimethod, multivariate approach. (NEC)

The author discusses the recognition and integration into the curriculum of business student organizations. Emphasis is placed on Future Business Leaders of America, a secondary education organization, and its postsecondary sister organization, Phi Beta Lambda. (CH)

Describes an experiential program in which men are educated about rape and are helped to increase their empathic understanding of victims of rape. Discusses the two-hour educational workshop which focuses on rape myths and facts, guided fantasy, and experiential empathy. (Author/NB)

Highlights the need for occupational literacy programs and provides brief guidelines for reading specialists interested in helping to develop such programs. (Auth/ARH)

Documents the search for an adequate conceptualization of writing and argues for the inclusion of personal experiences with composition as the basis for any teaching or research activity. (SRT)

Gives illustrated directions for five brain-teaser activities/experiments utilizing the sun shining into the classroom: sun shadow lines, analemma, hot-boxes, and solar crafts. (NEC)

Kolb's model of experiential learning and his typology of learning styles are discussed. Their implications for the counseling field are considered. (Author)

Assesses the acceptance of and expressed preference for varying levels of salt in soup among children three to six years of age. (HOD)

Argues that an extended field trip can be a wonderful experience for both students and faculty members. Describes one such experience. (FL)

Business educators must provide students with microcomputer training to enable them to become productive upon entry into the work force. Implementation of a diversified mini/microcomputer network in the educational environment will provide these students with the needed practical experience. (CH)

The author investigates the problems that newcomers face at conferences and offers clear guidelines for conference planners and newcomers alike. She discusses professional socialization, using relationships, making presentations, volunteering, volunteer participation as self-directed learning, broadening networks, experiential learning, planning…