Research is often seen only as a method of encouraging preservice teachers to engage in certain behaviors. This article proposes that research can be used to increase teacher options, provide understanding of the school as a workplace, provide a technical area of teaching, promote questioning and reflection, and provide consumer protection. (DF)

Examines causes of the threatened closure of University of Michigan's School of Education (e.g., inadequate enrollment, professional isolation/insulation, imitative research, information gaps, and lack of recognition for innovation). Concludes that the School must maintain a balance of action-oriented research, teaching excellence, and service in…

The National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education has recently examined its standards, policies, and procedures. A discussion of alternative accreditation principles adopted in 1983 and the evaluation process to date are discussed. (DF)

Virginia's response to criticism dealing with teacher education programs has been to establish cut-off scores on the National Teachers Examination and to develop a provisional certification for all beginning teachers. These changes in teacher certification regulations are discussed. (DF)

An intervention program, Changing Teacher Practice, was developed to cause effective staff developer behavior, effective teaching, and positive pupil outcomes. This study integrated knowledge about effective teaching and strategies for changing teachers and schools. (DF)

This article reviews studies of the effectiveness of continuing education in the health professions, notes weaknesses in the continuing education system, and suggests strategies for improving it. (Author/CT)

Trends that are reshaping both the delivery system and America's educational system are discussed. They include the shrinking applicant pool, nursing's image of a low-status occupation with poor work conditions and few rewards, a call for more baccalaureate and higher degree nurses, and a decrease in the need for technical nurses. (CT)

Compares and contrasts major themes and characteristics of multicultural, developing, and environmental education programs, offering perspectives on whether linkage should occur among these three fields of study. Also discusses implications of this union for teaching, training, and instructional programs. (ML)

The author defines metals technology and industrial arts and argues for teaching modern metalworking concepts in the industrial arts metalworking class. A general metalworking outline of topics is listed which reflects much of the current technology in this field. (CT)

A practical model is described for increasing teacher participation in action research by developing necessary research skills, providing assistance, and encouraging and rewarding research activity. (DF)

Argues that the current trend toward abandoning teacher education comes at an inopportune time, since recent research creates opportunities for meaningful reform. Discusses findings concerning instructional and classroom management techniques and their effects on student achievement, the classroom applications of such findings, and consequent…

Ethical issues relating to naturalistic evaluation are addressed, focusing on the role of the evaluator, problems of privacy and data gathering techniques, and issues relating to the use/abuse of findings. Benefits and costs of the naturalistic approach to program evaluation are also identified. (EGS)

Although physical fitness has become a way of life for many adults, most American children are "physically underdeveloped" by the standards of the President's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports. The physical educator's role and a plan for improving physical education programs are discussed. (DF)

Teacher education is described using opinions from critics both inside and outside the profession. A new model for teacher preparation is proposed that is based on four different models. Several unique teacher education programs are reviewed. (DF)

Describes funding and communication strategies at six, nonprofit, nonsectarian, tuition-free preschools for mentally retarded and developmentally delayed children. Details marketing strategies; the role of multiple markets; the targeting of potential funders among local citizens, foundations, and corporations; and the creation of honorary…