Literature is reviewed related to the attitudes of educators toward handicapped children and the concept of mainstreaming these youngsters into regular class settings. Research is also reviewed that documents the relationship between teachers' attitudes toward individual pupils and the differential instructional treatment of children. (Author)

To ascertain the specific determinants that should be considered when instituting continuing nursing education programs, a survey of nurses was conducted. Based on 425 responses, seven determinants were identified, including the need to do prestigious work, interest in increasing one's knowledge base, and special needs related to the employing…

Two hundred twenty-nine nurses were surveyed to determine their attitudes toward mandatory continuing education (MCE) for relicensure. The findings, based on 115 responses, indicated that the majority of respondents were supportive of MCE. Also, nurses belonging to the American Nurses Association (ANA) were more likely to favor MCE than non-ANA…

The history of education and educational philosophy in the United States since the eighteenth century can give important clues to curricular reform, educational purpose, the teacher's role, and expectations about change. (MSE)

Professional sensitivity and responsibility must be used to describe giftedness in ways that do not isolate gifted children or their parents and which encourage shared advocacy with other educational groups. More information is needed on how labeling of gifted students and conceptual frameworks surrounding exceptionalities affect societal and…

A historical overview of major educational events in the lives of young Afro-Americans is presented, followed by a discussion of cultural differences and ways these differences have been interpreted by educators. Concludes with discussion of multicultural education and its implications for teachers who value the cultural diversity of their…

In the context of Australia's efforts to recruit students from other countries for its higher education institutions, the educational attitudes and expectations of Hong Kong students and the ways in which Australian institutions can meet their needs are discussed. (MSE)

A survey of market research managers' perceptions of the outcomes of a pharmacy administration master's program as compared to those of two popular master's-level business administration programs found a lack of awareness and understanding of the pharmacy administration degree program and a resulting perception of lower skill levels among its…

Reports on a survey of young adults (aged 17 to 25) studying at Catholic high schools and colleges in 100 countries. Highlights responses of approximately 6,500 young people regarding their educational expectations, social values, interests, and concerns about the future of the world. (DMM)

It is argued that it is as necessary to gauge a student's interest in and respect for his/her learning as his/her skills and knowledge. Definitions of beliefs, attitudes, disposition, and motivation as they relate to measurement are proposed, and two measurement methods--systematic observation and a consequences questionnaire--are presented. (MSE)

Compares attitude toward education of 64 male American Indian high school students and 354 male White students. Finds little statistical difference between the two groups in orientation toward education, but significant differences in world view, drug/alcohol use, and perception of relevance of education. (LFL)

Examines how and why vocational and manual courses were introduced into Buffalo schools at the turn of the century. Argues that the Buffalo experience mirrored the nation's general ambivalence about educational reform, and also demonstrates ways in which Buffalo's experience was unique. (CMG)

A profile of college faculty based on a 1984 Carnegie Foundation survey outlines personal and professional characteristics, disciplinary backgrounds and interests, and attitudes on social and educational issues in tabular form. (MSE)

Discusses the persistent questioning of the community college's open-door tradition in the 1980's. Considers the community college missions as originally defined, the effects of declining funding and credibility, and evidence of and strategies to prevent the closing of the open door. Explains Miami-Dade Community College's educational reforms in…

Addresses two concerns about how educational reforms are being carried out: (1) the definitions being used to determine what is basic in education, and (2) the tests being used to measure those "basic skills." Suggests some solutions for teachers who recognize the legitimacy of public concern and the necessity of public support. (HTH)