Describes the author's practical and theoretical explorations of the potentials of humanistic psychology and expressionistic writing pedagogy for academic and therapeutic learning. Creates a framework based on his own experiences where education and therapy together seek a more holistic approach to their fields. (SR)

Discusses nihilism, Nietzsche's reevaluation of values, and Foucault's concept of "life as a work of art" as a way to give shape to one's life. Argues that current forms of popular pleasure are reminiscent of a revaluation to overcome nihilism. Educators need allow children to develop an image of themselves that they can live with.…

Discusses curriculum for students with hearing impairments is discussed by using a paradigm of practical curriculum inquiry-based humanistic principles with a primary focus on self-understanding. Curriculum is viewed as being socially grounded and constructed. This reconceptualization of curriculum is based on the fundamental elements of teachers,…

The paper identifies behavioral and learning characteristics of the underachieving gifted and the challenges in working with such students. Methods are outlined for adapting Joseph Renzulli's Triad Model in terms of curriculum content, process, product, and learning environment to meet student needs. Consideration of the affective domain is also…

Argues that, as the world becomes increasingly less human and more technocratic, staying in contact with whatever is humane requires conscious effort. Suggests the use of poetry writing assignments as a means of preserving children's inventiveness and imagination. Provides examples of poems written by schoolchildren. (SG)

Reflects upon the attributes of children's republics relative to the preparation of children for life outside the family. Argues that it is theoretically possible to incorporate the basic elements of children's republics into the institutional framework of the public school if educational policy fosters self-administration and shared…

Describes effectiveness of parable format for increasing student understanding of counseling concepts and for helping students attain self-actualization. Illustrates effectiveness by describing his published parable entitled Gifts From Eykis. Argues that counselor educators should consider using literature and other creative vehicles in their…

Traces the history of the debate over the definition of liberal education and the extent to which education should be liberal. Contrasts the position of Aristotle with those of his teachers, and of later theorists, including John Dewey, Mortimer Adler, Robert Maynard Hutchins, Allan Bloom, and E. D. Hirsch. (DMM)

Based on the premise that the implementation of a humanistic approach to instruction is a considerably problematic and controversial enterprise, caution is advised against extravagant claims about how people learn best. A realistic and appropriate attitude is suggested concerning the role of the adult education teacher of…

This essay explores the relationship between curriculum theory and classroom practice in order to show why a theory-practice gap exists. The idiosyncratic nature of organizations and individuals alike is cited as the weak link in control-oriented curriculum theory, while emancipation-oriented theory underestimates the need for order and control.…

Through lively discussions of specially selected texts, students of diverse abilities often discover that they can learn a lot from one another. The Touchstones Project in a Baltimore (Maryland) middle school features group discussion of classical texts. (Author/TE)

Noting that what children learn about the wide variety of people in the world influences the kind of adults they become, discusses the challenge educators face in teaching children to appreciate and respect diversity. Explains the advantages of teaching children about other cultures and describes how one teacher integrates the study of different…

Considers the ambiguity surrounding curriculum workers' conceptualizations of global education. Adopting a framework that encompasses nationalist, international commerce, and humanist perspectives, the article highlights how each viewpoint affects curriculum development, recommending that all three perspectives be considered and synthesized during…

Addresses several issues about teaching and learning from Virginia's state capital sphere of responsibility: the state board of education's stake in the quality of teaching and learning; why they get involved; whether they help create environments in which teaching and learning can flourish; and whether they are learners themselves. (SM)

Reviews J. A. Comenius's ideas about the education of young children, focusing on his conceptions of the seven stages of human development, discipline, early childhood education, humanism, lifelong learning, the goals and content of education, play, moral education and values, aesthetic education, and the importance of home life and family. (AC)