Facetiously examines heuristics in mumbling, staring, moving, doodling, and noise that can be used by writing teachers to help their writing students with rhetorical invention. (RL)

A survey of teachers indicates that they practice grade repetition although research does not show any benefits from it. Suggestions are made for inservice programs acquainting teachers with research and alternative practices. (CMJ)

Education in its root meaning refers to the process of "drawing out" from the person that special uniqueness that is there. Given the different settings of family and school, what each knows about a child is often slightly different. A sharing of their perceptions can be extremely valuable to both. (Author/SJL)

Examining research inspired by Kohlberg's moral development theory, the authors highlight some conceptual and methodological weaknesses and present the practical and theoretical limitations of implementing Kohlberg's ideas in the classroom. (SK)

Offers a number of techniques designed to challenge or alter or disrupt how a student perceives reality, thereby facilitating student development in creative thinking. (RL)

Educators can help high school and lower college students to prepare for life's challenges by encouraging their scholarly efforts, aiding them in clarifying and focusing their values, giving assistance with career education, and counseling them about the advantages of cocurricular activities. (Author/SJL)

Current demands on college counselors for systematic, accountable designs for student development services has required action without the necessary tools. One of these necessary tools is a needs assessment methodology. A methodology for needs assessment is discussed. An example is described. (Author)

Discusses how biology teachers can design or adapt existing laboratory and field experiences to promote reflective thinking and self-regulation of students. (HM)

"Trick" your students and treat them to an uncustomary classroom celebration. (Editor)

Examines the fate of one of the key Plowden recommendations. (Editor)

An argument in favor of the "new" social studies which stresses inquiry, argument, challenge, and rigor. In a time when the guiding influences of family and religion are weakening, social studies should attempt to develop students' ethical and moral growth. (AV)

The development of art is an aspect of our American heritage that deserves recognition as an important area of education. The importance of art heritage curriculum and the aesthetic education it offers students is outlined. (Author/RK)

Describes a method for capitalizing on children's interest in television by developing learning activities with high classroom appeal. (Author/RK)

In the last of a series of articles by chief education officers, the author argues that schools must prepare pupils for a world very different from our own. (Editor/RK)

Here are 15 reading games you can adapt to any level, complete with easy-to-copy illustrations. Make them sturdy the first around--they'll get used and used! (Editor/RK)