The dissemination of effective school health education constitutes a significant problem. Two research questions discussed are the lack of data on how many children receive health information and insufficient evidence to ascertain the quality or quantity of health information presented. (Author/DF)

Examines a number of questions relating to the use of school facilities for meetings of student prayer groups. Answers those questions with reference to legislation and court decisions. (FL)

Makes several suggestions for improving programs for the gifted and talented student. (FL)

The influence of the physical and economic presence of tobacco crops on smoking behavior and related attitudes of students in tobacco-raising regions was measured by a Tobacco Crop Intensity variable. Implications for government agricultural and educational policy are discussed. (Author/DF)

Proposed a meta-system (family, church, and school) for the coordination and delivery of primary preventions to all segments of the population. Explores the problems and possible solutions in combining these subsystems in relation to the characteristics of systems in general and the pragmatic demands of implementation. (Author/LLL)

The author discusses the importance of reestablishing effective programs of moral and civic education. He examines academic freedom, educational philosophy, the role of education, the relationship between moral and ethical training and the well-being of the free society, the dismantling of traditional standards, and preparing the young for…

John Goodlad suggests that individual schools should be encouraged to establish their own priorities for improvement and should be supported by their districts and by networks of schools with similar concerns. He further suggests that subject area teaching should concentrate on broad concepts rather than on unlimited, discrete topics. (PGD)

Handicapped preschool children who participate in special education programs gain more in mental age and skill development than similiar children not engaged in special programs. This article lists current federal programs and advises how parent-teacher associations can help develop special intervention programs. (DF)

Information solicited on categorization practices throughout the United States examined existing educational provisions for chronically ill children. Results indicate that educational agencies are making efforts to meet the special needs of these children. Kinds of services offered, special problems encountered, and major difficulties to be…

Describes the symptoms of teacher burnout and suggests ways to combat it. Argues that communities and school districts must endeavor to provide teachers with an environment that promotes the desire to remain in teaching. (FL)

As the proceedings from a 2005 joint seminar between U.S. and United Kingdom service-learning and citizenship education experts and practitioners, this report presents information on the similar challenges both countries face in promoting and implementing political literacy and citizenship education programs. The seminar was entitled…

In 1997, Kentucky initiated a comprehensive review and overhaul of its postsecondary education system to meet the economic and educational needs of its citizens more effectively. This study was commissioned to address issues related to the states under use of its independent institutions of higher education to achieve educational reform goals. The…

This paper explores the role of historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs) in the current social and educational climate. Considerable research has documented the importance of HBCUs in U.S. education. In 1994, the National Center for Education Statistics noted that the 103 HBCUs at that time represented only 3% of the institutions of…

The purpose of this study was to examine how Asian students at Western Michigan University (WMU) have adjusted to U.S. culture and more specifically to life at a U.S. university. I. Owie (1982) found a high degree of social alienation among foreign students at two Midwestern U.S. universities. He recommended that universities continuously evaluate…

This document outlines the partnership that exists between the federal government and the 105 historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs) in the United States. These institutions are credited with fostering the continuation of the growth of this nation and of assuring that no child is left behind. HBCUs have a century-long tradition of…