A discussion of title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (which amended portions of the Civil Rights Act of 1964) prohibiting sex discrimination in federally-assisted education programs. Focus is on implications of title IX regulations, the impact of unconscious phrases, the "stereotype trap," sex bias in textbooks, sex-role related objects,…

Presents a course of study in curriculum construction for vocational agriculture teachers and relates course topics to activities for Future Farmers of America (FFA) chapters, both for the beginning agriculture course and for a specialized course in horticulture. Emphasizes the importance of coordinating the vocational agriculture curriculum to…

Within the International Baccalaureate syllabus framework candidates for the diploma must have instruction in some form of art or craft, so-called "creative or aesthetic activity". Examines the implications of this syllabus in terms of student's interests and creative development. (Author/RK)

Motivation that arises from a genine interest in the field of study being undertaken is examined. This Australian university professor suggests that most students do not have a real zeal for academic study and offers ideas for improving that motivation in science students. (LBH)

Seven dimensions for characterizing a curriculum in higher education are suggested. They include: prior knowledge; institutional response to prior knowledge; primary teaching mode; rates of learning; styles of learning; content openness; and assessment. This characterization is applied specifically to chemistry departments. (LBH)

An Affective Education Committee was formed during the 1974-75 school year out of common interests of different committees to study the state of the art of affective education in the district. Results indicated teachers had considerable interest in learning to use various materials available to them within the district. (Author)

Argues that a full cultural context is important for teaching science to avoid losing the real value of science itself. Science education needs a fully integrated curriculum designed to teach students about scientific culture. The paper discusses problems with the traditional approach to science education. (SM)

Claims that incorporating children's native language into school curriculum can make these languages integral to the learning process. Suggests that a responsive, language-rich curriculum encourages creative and effective communication and learning. Emphasizes that language learning and sharing are the essence of the additive model as opposed to…

Describes a program at Andrews University developed along with the Berrien County Intermediate School District that utilizes college faculty to provide instruction to talented and motivated high school students. Explains logistics (curriculum design, administrative arrangement, and financial aspects) of the program, challenges, and benefits.…

Provides a status report as of July 1995 of the Statement and Profile for languages in government education systems across Australia. The article summarizes the state of second-language education in Australian Capital Territory, New South Wales, Northern Territory, South Australia, Tasmania, Victoria, and Western Australia. (Author/CK)

Discusses how foreign language departments can lead in the development of interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary curricula because of their vast experience with multidisciplinary work. Particular focus is on the less commonly taught languages, which offer rich and neglected academic resources that can help demystify foreign cultures and diversify…

Examines popular trend toward adult-initiated themes within the context of traditionally valued elements of early childhood curriculum, and compares the approach to child-initiated curriculum. Describes characteristics, examples, and potential outcomes of the content and processes evident in child-initiated curriculum from findings of an…

Explores the relationships between adolescence and self-determination, and presents a model for self-determination that incorporates components of the skills and knowledge necessary for adolescents to realize their identities. Interventions aimed at promoting self-determination in youth with disabilities, including curricular interventions,…

Challenges teachers to question their teaching practices and views regarding children's learning. Discusses issues related to curriculum design to ensure a wide range of open-ended activities; to manage and organize the environment to meet individual interests and needs; and to assess, record, and report on real-life contexts and their learning…

Describes the Storypath method of using story structure to help students understand concepts. Specifically offers a structure for organizing the social studies curriculum while integrating the Montessori method. Provides strategies for guiding student learning, promoting social and cooperative learning skills, and meeting curriculum needs and the…