Illuminated elements of client control processes as they become manifest in the activities of specialized personnel in a large organizationally complex high school. (Author/AM)

Asserts that in simultaneously fostering esteem and learning among black children, there must be a curricular atmosphere of positivism as opposed to an atmosphere of negativism. The atmosphere of the school, the relationships with students, the nature of the course and course materials should all bear symbols and contingencies that stimulate a…

Claims that incorporating children's native language into school curriculum can make these languages integral to the learning process. Suggests that a responsive, language-rich curriculum encourages creative and effective communication and learning. Emphasizes that language learning and sharing are the essence of the additive model as opposed to…

Provides a critique of alternative education and details the disadvantages of segregated schooling. Discusses the problems associated with labeling children as "problem students" and outlines ways in which equitable alternative programs can be devised. Gives a case study as an example. (RJM)

Provides direction for school counselors as they help develop an adequately skilled workforce to compete in the global economy. Discusses the challenge counselors face and ways to respond to the challenge, such as counselors' ideal position for coordinating efforts. Offers implications for counseling practice. (RJM)

Fifty children from five first-year classrooms were observed and interviewed over a 10-week period. Found socialization of these children to the view that schooling is essential for their preparation for the future; according to the children, this takes place during activities identified as "work," not "play," and is emphasized…

Discusses, for consideration by school leaders, six changes (economic and societal contexts, educational reform, "educational business," tensions between autonomy and recentralization, technology, and use and misuse of information) and six challenges (leading with moral purpose, leading reengineering, leading development of core competencies,…

A general longitudinal model is presented for estimating school effects and their stability. The model, capable of separating true changes from sampling and measurement error, controls statistically for effects of factors exogenous to the school system. The model is illustrated with data from large cohorts of students in Scotland. (SLD)

Discusses the legal, professional, and ethical duties of teachers who suspect the maltreatment or neglect of children. Presents statistical evidence that indicates that teachers are not fulfilling their duties with respect to detecting and reporting suspected abuse. Considers the implications for educational policy as it affects teachers. (JS)

Discusses differences between how men and women are likely to argue in a college classroom. Explores effects of these differences on women's experience in the classroom. Describes a way of knowing which connects reason and care. Urges that the goal for college women should be this sort of thoughtfulness. (KO)

A survey of 73 parents, most having gifted children, examined perceptions of the development of leadership abilities. Parents identified: leader characteristics; their children's strongest and weakest areas of leadership skills; methods for encouraging leadership development; school opportunities for leadership experiences; the role of teachers,…

Describes first-year service process and implementation evaluation of aftercare service for adolescents who had completed drug and alcohol treatment programs. Results showed that aftercare service, developed cooperatively by schools and community agencies to support and link adolescents, parents, and schools during adolescents' recovery, helped…

School-based, as contrasted with hospital-based, programs in advanced education for general dentistry (AEGD) will continue to grow because of changing disease patterns favoring provision of a broader range of dentistry services, need for additional training, student demand, and institutional desire for increased enrollments. (MSE)

Argues for teaching program which more effectively integrates and promotes understanding of foreign pupils. Reflects upon a Berlin (West Germany) study, Integration of Foreign Pupils in the Comprehensive School, conducted between 1982 and 1986 involving the integration of Turkish school children. Discusses the problems of integration, the role of…

The authors of the book "Reducing the Risk: Schools as Communities of Support" are interviewed. The book proposes a research-based theory of dropout prevention that stresses the importance of school membership and networks of support. (TE)