The author examines three questions: (1) why has home economics developed as a reformist and mission-oriented profession? (2) how has the philosophy of home economics developed through the years? and (3) what societal and cultural forces have affected the home economics philosophy? (CT)

Describes and evaluates a college level course designed to cover basic theory on the development of social movements and revolutions and to provide case studies from the United States and around the world through the use of documentary films. (RM)

Research is seen as under pressure to deal with externally applied standards at the same time that it adheres to its own internal code of ethics. The tension and possible conflicts generated by this situation can greatly affect the quality of the research project. (MLW)

Suggests that oral history can provide significant experiences that promote identity, empathy, moral sensitivity, community building, and decision making. Students interact with diverse groups of people, thus breaking down social isolation in the school curriculum. (Author/KC)

Encourages participation of high school students in courses relating to politices and government and identifies five types of student political participation that can be incorporated into the curriculum. Activities include political campaigning, participating in decision making, interning, lobbying for a cause, and taking part in extracurricular…

Proposes prison reforms that might foster the familial relationship between incarcerated women and their children. It analyzes data on the extent of the situation, and the needs of both mothers and children in these situations. (LAB)

The current challenges confronting career counselors require increased discourse regarding career counseling models. As career counselors construct contemporary intervention models, they will need to engage in social action research to demonstrate accountability and to document that their services are effective. Career counselors can embrace these…

Defines the term "environmental world view" as a description of the beliefs and concepts that give shape and meaning to the world a person experiences. Briefly reviews current literature that addresses environmental world views with emphasis on implications for educators. Contains 38 references. (DDR)

Defines empowerment and discusses the counseling process in which the goal is empowerment. Describes two underlying assumptions and five core components of counseling for empowerment. Also describes social activism in the context of past and present understanding of the counselor's role. Gives examples social activism relevant to the counseling…

Discusses how children move from personal to social narratives in writing workshops to create stories as tools for social action, addressing inequities in their school lives. Considers how social narratives can be used as tools for constructing and analyzing shared social worlds. (SG)

This article formulates an overarching, inclusive model of integral counseling that enables school counselors to help male adolescents challenge the norm of conventional masculinity. The model draws from 3 areas: transpersonal counseling, holistic education, and mindful social action. The aim is to move the students' level of self-development and…

Describes how Eugene M. Lang, a philanthropist known for tackling large problems in education, is financing Project Pericles to encourage colleges to promote civic-mindedness among their students. (EV)

Describes how the authors' collaboration has been exercised through the construction of shared language and activities based on understandings of social action. Outlines three stages of their shared professional relationship: collaborating on projects guided by shared values; role-switching in their collaborative enterprise; and collaborative…

Advocates a critical theory approach to sustainability in business and environmental management education that incorporates a radical change perspective. Provides exercises for developing the critical skills of reflexivity, critique, and social action. (Contains 37 references.) (SK)

Examines Black fraternities from historical perspective, focusing on their founding and the impact of social action and community service on their development. Concludes that Black fraternities are at crucial juncture and must adapt to environmental changes to survive. Notes that, historically, these organizations have developed service endeavors…