This volume of the Total Creativity Program outlines the rationale for teaching the thinking-feeling processes on which the program is based. It also suggests ways of implementing the program in the classroom. Although the program can be implemented by individual teachers, pilot studies found that a group training program was often helpful in…

The product of an Elementary Secondary Education Act Title III project produced by the staff and administration of the Finlayson Elementary School in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan for American Indian students, this handbook is designed as a guide to educators engaging in open concept education. Constituting a model, this handbook incorporates the…

Learning materials presented in this teacher's guide were designed to develop attitudes, skills, and values in junior high school students which relate to the rights, responsibilities, and privileges of a citizen. Instructional concepts and strategies are presented in the following units: Citizenship, juveniles and the law, law in society,…

Reviews of the literature suggest the need for research of outcomes of school counseling. This document attempts to speak to this problem. Section One reviews studies in methods of evaluating counselor behavior and counseling outcome. It proposes a counselor task survey which would involve counselors, parents, clients, and teachers in elementary…

The idea that nontraditional educational programs should be evaluated according to criteria defined by the theories behind the program is applied to an evaluation of a Planned Variation-Project Follow-Through program. Classroom observation was used to study adult-child interactions. (GDC)

Recommends that effective reading instruction be evaluated by comparing actual and expected reading growth, identifying effective teaching techniques, using research methodology that creates better understanding rather than design sophistication, and considering both the cognitive and affective dimensions of reading instruction. (RL)

In this essay teaching science to both cerebral hemispheres is advocated. Some of the literature supporting this point of view is discussed and a fantasy imagination exercise is also included. (MR)

The goals of confluent language education are self-reflection, interpersonal dialogue and skills mastery. This paper discusses the components of a lesson using this method: (1) here and now teaching; (2) student output as class content for language practice; (3) interpersonal sharing; and (4) self awareness. Several sample classroom exercises are…

Discusses problems which arise when a discipline such as music uses more than one learning domain. Points out the difficulty in developing music skills while trying to achieve cognitive goals such as those outlined in Bloom's taxonomy. Examines whether such a taxonomy can help in sequencing learning in the music classroom. Provides suggestions for…

Evaluated the effectiveness of an affective education curriculum for fifth-grade students. Results indicated the eight-week program had a positive impact on students' self-esteem. Teacher ratings suggested that the program also had a positive effect on students' peer relationships. Treatment seemed to make more of a difference for males. (JAC)

The author argues that scoring, reporting, and deriving final grades can be considerably assisted by using a computer. He also contends that the savings in time and the computer database formed will allow instructors to determine test quality and reflect on the quality of instruction. (BW)

This article briefly describes Live Oak School, a nongraded, parent-run alternative for ages 4-13, whose main concern is providing a positive and supportive learning environment. Its affective objectives for learners and teachers in the areas of self-concept, responsibility, and positive social interaction are outlined. (SJL)

Discusses the need for staff development programs which prepare faculty both professionally and psychologically for the changing educational environment of the 1980s. Presents a taxonomy of staff development activities designed to update subject matter skills and to improve affective areas such as attitudes about self, work, and the institution.…

In response to PL 94-142, the College of Education at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale has integrated special education concepts into its preservice core courses. The program's training focus, knowledge and attitude objectives are outlined in this article, one of seven describing Dean's Grant programs for PL 94-142 training. (SJL)

The paper describes the purposes, organization, and preparation for the Greensboro Outdoor Education Program. It lists 20 procedures used in planning and implementing the program. Available from University of North Carolina, Center for Environmental Camping, and Outdoor Education, Greensboro, North Carolina 27420 ($6.00). (SB)