This paper describes and reviews the Effective Early Learning (EEL) Research Project's approach to quality evaluation and improvement in early childhood settings in the United Kingdom which focuses primarily on enhancing the effectiveness of the early learning experiences of young children. The project began work in May 1993 and is completing its…

This document discusses the SPECTRA+ approach to education transformation, an effective arts education methodology that changes the way students, teachers, administrators, and parents think in order to create an environment conducive to learning. It establishes conditions that promote learning as a lifelong endeavor. The five major components of…

This paper examines preschool education in Egypt, Oman, and Japan in the light of the comparative education approach developed by George Bereday utilizing description, interpretation, juxtaposition, and comparison. The literature of early childhood education is surveyed, beginning with the three most influential pioneers: Friedrich Wilhelm…

This resource book is intended to aid parents of children aged 2 to 5 years in teaching geography. The book offers ideas about how to encourage and give direction to enable young children to develop the vocabulary, awareness, and curiosity necessary to lay the foundation for the study of geography. Suggested activities are included and are…

This digest presents a case for the development of a precise definition of environmental literacy (EL) as a prerequisite to setting standards for environmental education. The discussion includes the following: (1) establishment of the relationship between EL, environmental education, and goals of the formal education system; (2) the development of…

The federal government initiated educational reform measures in the United States long before the subject became a matter of national concern. In recent decades, reform has focused on helping children whose special needs were neglected by the school system. Evidence shows that these efforts have improved services to neglected groups, but without…

In this study, a Delphi Method was used to collect and collate opinions of 24 Alberta child care professionals regarding the creation of a research agenda on child care. Findings indicated that the 25 research questions (out of an original list of 80 questions) considered important or very important by at least three-quarters of the participants…

Six major innovations in China's system of educational administration are discussed. The six innovations are: (1) to reorganize the department of education; (2) to improve and strengthen macro administration of education; (3) to transfer decision-making power to local authorities and schools and vitalize them; (4) to improve the management of…

The role of education in the developmental process is analyzed based on an examination of economic concepts, models in educational planning, and the notion of education as an investment in human capital. An alternative model is presented which focuses on an integrated approach to development and education. (Author/EC)

The educational research compiled by the International Association for the Evaluation of Educational Achievement was described. Australia, England, Finalnd were among the countries surveyed in this six subject evaluation of student achievement. Bicentennial Youth Debates, a national project designed to foster thoughtful commemoration of America's…

"Operation Kanyengehaga" is a tutorial program being implemented by community volunteers and St. Lawrence University student volunteers. Located on the St. Regis Indian Reservation, this program's needs and priorities are established by the parents and leaders of the reservation. (AH)

A general description of educational development, innovation, and problems in Arab countries is provided. (DE)

Based on his experience in adult education in Ghana in the 1950's and a return from Europe to the University of Ghana at Legon in 1974, the author discusses the export of ideas and institutions from Britain to a colonial country and the difficulties which arose from their import into Ghana. (JT)

Between 1970 and 1973 the Comparative Research Unit at the University of London King's College investigated the social and educational implications of rapidly increasing full-time enrollments at the upper secondary level in England, Germany, France, Italy and Sweden. The methods and results of investigation are summarized in this paper. (Editor/RK)

Recommendations for the reform of the administrative structure, curriculum and methods, and equality of Thailand's educational system are provided. This journal is available from the Unesco Regional Office for Education in Asia, Darakarn Building, 920 Sukhumvit Road, P.O. Box 1425, Bangkok, Thailand.