This paper outlines research findings about the future of work in the United Kingdom and discusses the implications for the future of education. A 2-year study sponsored by the Royal Society of the Arts predicts that in the next 20 years, conventional full-time, permanent jobs will almost disappear; flexible working, in every sense, will be the…

While the military have enjoyed certain advantages in the development of their training programs they have also operated under certain limitations caused by the necessity of building one of the largest military establishments in the world within 4 years. The Services have been faced with the need of adjusting their training programs to constantly…

This is the fourth in a series of five horse project activity guides for youth. Levels 1-3 focus on "horse-less" activities, while Levels 4 and 5 zero in on riding and horsemanship. Each guide has an achievement program to encourage youth to learn and develop life skills. The assistance of a horse project helper in completing the achievement…

Three classroom games for practicing addition skills are described; giving number of players, equipment needed, and directions. All materials can be readily and inexpensively prepared by the teacher. (LS)

Two activities that provide motivation for drill problem-solving work are described. Solutions to problems are associated with coded letter puzzles which provide instant feedback as well as motivational interest. (JP)

Assuming schools have the responsibility to provide an atmosphere in which students may develop desirable attitudes, extracurricular task experiences may be means to an end. This proposition is investigated by study of effects of play production task experiences on student attitudes. (Author/JN)

A review of several studies on the role of concrete and symbolic models in facilitating the learning of mathematical ideas, and a discussion of their implications for instruction are presented. (DT)

The promotion of selected student behaviors and awareness of the social construction of reality'' appear to be as severely neglected outside of the social studies as within. The directions and tools to end this aspect of educational lag are available and need only be implemented. (Author/CB)

Suggestions are given for the preparation and evaluation of projects and exhibits. Extensive examples of a wide range of student-developed projects are described. A listing of project topics with references is included. (LS)

Suggestions for organizing and implementing a math-lab approach are given. Devices useful with the topic of place value and manipulations with the geoboard are discussed extensively. Many other materials are listed and referenced. (LS)

The advantages of visiting points of interest close to home or more distant travel to provide stimulating experiences for gifted children are considered. Ideas for making history, literature, nature, science, and the arts interesting are suggested, including materials, books, and music that can be explored in conjunction with the tours. (SEW)