The relationship between the pupil control orientation of schools and the personal development of students were investigated. Data were collected from teachers and students in 40 high schools. Results indicated that the more custodial the pupil control orientation of the school, the less inner directed, time competent, and self-actualized the…

Compares pupil control ideology--discipline policy--of middle school classroom teachers with the intent of finding what attributes are needed for middle school teachers and the particular type classroom environment that facilitates optimum learning conditions for middle school children. (Author/RK)

Describes political and educational views of the Marxist-oriented Quebec Teachers' Union as evidenced in their books which criticize Quebec schools for reflecting capitalist society and having no relevance to working class students who form the majority of enrolled students. Available from: Editor, Andrew G. Clark Building, Colorado State…

Evaluates contributions to Russian pedagogical thought of a pioneering essay on the history of childhood and the family in Russia ("Dva Vospitaniia" by Kliuchevskii, written in 1893). Characterizes the Betskoi schools which were based upon the philosophy described by Kliuchevskii as humanistic, but beset by pedagogical problems and…

Student Affairs programs are--and must--be part of the educational enterprise of higher education, focusing on life-centered and life-long competencies. (Author)

The author discusses the interrelationship between hypotheses and the predictions they generate. He uses spiders, behavior models, and the Civil War as examples to illustrate his discussion. The author believes that it is the responsibility of science instructors to teach an understanding of the nature of science to their students. (MA)

Insinuates that science teachers, through material selection and methodologies, project viewpoints concerning the history and philosophy of science. Questions the practice of teaching science as problem solving within rigid frameworks in as much as this view of scientists is promoted. (CP)

Assesses interest in history and philosophy of science in the last decade by primary, secondary, and tertiary science educators. Identifies different approaches to science history and discusses the recent increased awareness on values clarification. (CP)

Mathematical literacy for all students is discussed. A positive approach is suggested, to help mathematics educators determine how demands for programs to develop basic skills are to be met. (JT)

False premises upon which many legislated programs for minimal competency testing are based are identified and discussed. (JT)

Argues that educational focus is stronger and clearer with educational competencies rather than with educational objectives. (SL)

Discussion focuses on the three major approaches to mathematics education over the past century: traditional mathematics, modern mathematics, and mathematics as the language of science. Arguments are given in favor of the last approach and in opposition to the first two approaches. (MN)

Examines concepts of justice and rights as they relate to equal education. The author applies these concepts to practical issues such as the interests of the children to be educated, community interests, handicapped students, high achievers, low achievers, and varied curricula. (Author/DB)

Discusses the hidden curriculum of values and assumptions which equals the academic curriculum in importance because it forms attitudes which define the relationship between adults and children. Recommends a return to democratic traditions and values as the basis for educational improvement. (Author/DB)