Experimental Transitional Program designed in accord with current transition years philosophy for grade-nine students (n=137) was evaluated to examine impact on student attitude. No attitudinal benefits were evident on a variety of measures. In fact, student attitude was seen to deteriorate over the course of the year regardless of type of…

Argues that the consumer metaphor for the educational process is pernicious in its reduction of the teacher/student transaction to a "want-regarding" process. Suggests that viewing the teaching process as composing a paper or as a conversation offers richer notions of autonomy for students than the consumer or other educational metaphors. (25…

Provides a defense of the "consumer" metaphor for education, which holds that students are the consumers of a parcel of higher education services. Argues that consumers can play important roles in the production and delivery processes and that the metaphor can improve the educational quality and increase teacher accountability. (MAB)

This article looks at two concepts in the British 1993 draft Code of Practice concerning students with special needs: the concepts of a "continuum of needs" and a "continuum of provision." Issues involved in connecting the two continua are addressed, including whether service delivery decisions should be based on severity of…

Common objectives of Australian and American higher education institutions are noted, particularly emphasis on access and inclusion and the promotion of higher quality education. It is proposed that more extensive use of new information technology is a key to meeting these objectives more effectively and efficiently. (MSE)

This interview with Jeffrey Borer, who directs cardiovascular research at Cornell Medical College, addresses his research interests, the status of research compared to practice, ways to meet educational needs of students with science talent, the role of contests and mentors, and the importance of exposing children to many types of learning…

Reform of undergraduate education will only succeed if undergraduate study is reconceptualized as a process of gaining proficiencies, learning to think critically, and strengthening character traits, not simply taking a series of courses. The college environment must also support this kind of individual development. (MSE)

Interprets the outdoor-education learning process from viewpoint of pragmatist and cognitive conceptions of action, thinking, and knowledge as ways of structuring reality. Views outdoor education as socially organized, intentional activity aimed at student-environment interaction. Presents a model of outdoor learning involving goal-oriented…

This article analyzes how the dominant image of reality in the field of learning disabilities is derived from the diagnostic model. The article proposes an alternative, normative conception of education that emphasizes the importance of caring, social relatedness, and community participation. (Author/DB)

Maintains that philosophy has become an integral part of geography education at the university level. Considers the value of textbooks in teaching and learning about philosophy in geography. Reviews textbook treatment of the topic and provides a list of 25 textbooks that explore geographic philosophy. (CFR)

A computer game was created to increase student awareness of major philosophical and ethical questions, and to teach them to analyze the history of humanity from a multicultural perspective. Discussion includes objectives, strategy, design, how pedagogical requirements are met, and initiating changes in attitudes. (AEF)

Examines philosophical theories produced by two ancient civilizations (Eastern Mediterranean and Chinese) for applications to an applied psychology of work. Includes analysis of Egyptians, Semites, and Greeks, with a special emphasis on Plato. Suggests that many basic elements of vocational psychology were present during the first millennium B.C.…

Relates that, in the past two decades, Paulo Friere's philosophy has gained adherents in Brazil and several other nations. Reviews Friere's methods of adult literacy education and identifies serious criticisms. Argues that, while the Freirean system is nondialogical and impositional, his literacy efforts were ultimately worthwhile. (CFR)

Recognizing that the study and practice of student development may be significantly enhanced through the integration of resources beyond the traditional borders of the field, this article offers conceptualizations of developments from various academic and cultural perspectives. Suggests practical applications for professional preparation and…

The history of Spelman Seminary (Georgia) for African-American females is reviewed as an example of education as an instrument of socialization for southern women to their prescribed roles. The discussion covers the missionary role, Georgia in the 1880s, the institutional mission, school founding, debate over classical versus industrial roles of…