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Merkens, Hans; Classen, Gabriele; Bergs-Winkels, Dagmar – Zeitschrift fur Padagogik, 1997
Tests a theoretical model for the constitution of the self among adolescents in a cross-cultural, comparative study. Examines the impact of schools and families, as institutions and networks of interaction, on the self of adolescents. Based on data from three sample surveys from an East/West study of adolescent students. (DSK)
Descriptors: Adolescents, Child Development, Cross Cultural Studies, Educational Environment
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Beal, Carole R.; Garrod, Andrew; Ruben, Kate; Stewart, Terri L.; Dekle, Dawn J. – Journal of Moral Education, 1997
Reports on experiments that examined the extent to which children's moral orientation is affected by the gender of characters experiencing a dilemma in children's literature. Children often responded to the character's dilemma by expressing a concern for others (care orientation) or focusing on issues of rights and justice (rights orientation).…
Descriptors: Characterization, Child Development, Childrens Literature, Cognitive Development
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Bernstein-Yamashiro, Beth – New Directions for Youth Development, 2004
Curriculum is a medium through which intellectual curiosity and personal development can be shared; the relationship between student and teacher provides a foundation on which deeply satisfying learning can be built. This article addresses how teacher-student relationships bear on students' learning experiences and their concurrent efforts to form…
Descriptors: Teacher Student Relationship, Emotional Development, Secondary School Curriculum, High Schools
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Hussain, Khuram – Journal of Moral Education, 2007
This paper offers a theoretical comparison of the concept of the individual presumed in modern Islamic educational theory and western moral educational theory, revealing a distinct Islamic point of view on the western educational premise that a moral universe is derived dialectically between individual and society. From an Islamic perspective,…
Descriptors: Ethical Instruction, Muslims, Moral Development, Educational Theories
Shure, Myrna B.; DiGeronimo, Theresa Foy – 1994
Based upon the principles of "I Can Problem Solve" (ICPS), this books offers parents dialogues, activities, and communication techniques to teach their children how to resolve day-to-day conflicts with friends, teachers, and family members. The book provides parents with tools to teach their children how to think about everyday problems and…
Descriptors: Conflict Resolution, Decision Making Skills, Emotional Development, Emotional Response
Jorgensen, Jerry D.; Speidel, Roger – 1994
A study examines qualitatively the extent to which college students indicate that cocurricular theater activities impact on psychodynamic development in J. Katz's five areas--separation anxiety, peer influence, adult role models, personality development, and occupational choice. Subjects, 15 male and 15 female students involved in the theater…
Descriptors: Career Choice, College Environment, Higher Education, Peer Influence
Moss (William L.) and Associates, Ltd., Alexandria, VA. – 1991
An evaluation of Round One of a pilot study of a system for identifying effective youth organizations around the world is presented in this report. The report begins with a page of general observations about the successes and shortcomings of the pilot study, indicating that in general the study accomplished its objectives but that a need for…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Children, Evaluation Criteria, Foreign Countries
Anderson, Nancy – 1995
This book seeks to help people connect their emotions with their daily tasks and interactions. It attempts this connection by clarifying for the reader his or her passions. Each chapter unfolds as a "Passion Secret." There are ten passion secrets: (1) The first step to power is clarity; (2) Powerful people do not want to be like anyone…
Descriptors: Career Development, Career Exploration, Career Guidance, Careers
Herron, Ron; Peter, Val J. – 1998
This book provides a blueprint for teens for building friendships. The book contains suggestions for improving friendship skills, making a good first impression, and getting along with others. Also covered are people skills for use in many social situations, and keeping friendships healthy. Following the introduction, chapter one, "The Basics…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Communication Apprehension, Friendship, Interpersonal Competence
Green-Bailey, Patricia; McCluskey-Fawcett, Kathleen – 1991
This study examined the relationship of overall family conflict and stress to adult personality development in young adult college students from intact families, as compared to young adults who had experienced childhood parental divorce. Seventy-five students from divorced families and 78 students from intact families completed a screening…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Adult Development, College Students, Comparative Analysis
Hausman, Jerome J. – 1991
References are often made in art education literature about how art can enhance individuals' self-concepts. This document discusses the work of authors, Manuel Barkan, George Herbert Mead, and Sigmund Freud, who support this concept. Barkan's theory concerning how an individual's personality develops and changes by interacting socially is…
Descriptors: Art Education, Art Teachers, Creativity, Elementary Secondary Education
Walz, Garry R. – 1991
This digest reviews current literature on self-esteem, addressing its defining characteristics, discussing its importance, citing significant research findings on the development and benefits of self-esteem, and providing suggestions for counselors who seek to enhance their clients' self-esteem. Five references are included. (TE)
Descriptors: Adoption (Ideas), Counseling Techniques, Counselor Role, Personality Development
Schoggen, Phil – 1984
Supporting earlier research evidence showing that participation in school activities is related to later positive cognitive, social, and personality development, the findings of this study suggest that the advantages for the well rounded development of the individual student in small schools--those graduating 150 or fewer students per year--may…
Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Extracurricular Activities, High School Seniors, Outcomes of Education
Redmond, Georgine M.; Andrew, Loyd D. – 1987
The development of personal and professional identity in deans of nursing programs is identified through the collection and analysis of their own life stories. Understanding the development of personal characteristics and professional behaviors is important for their successful leadership. The main research question was: What life/career…
Descriptors: Academic Deans, Achievement, Career Development, Educational Experience
Greenspan, Stanley I., Ed.; Pollock, George H., Ed. – 1980
This volume is the first in "The Course of Life" series which contains original contributions from an international group of scientists and clinicians who have produced much of the current knowledge about the phases of human personality development. These contributions cover the continuum of human development from the prenatal phase…
Descriptors: Developmental Stages, Emotional Problems, Individual Differences, Infant Behavior
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