This book contains papers in revised form that were delivered during the Fordham University 1976 Institute on Moral Education. The eight papers are titled: (1) The Teacher as Moral Educator; (2) Ten Years as a Moral Educator in a Catholic School; (3) Moral Education at the College Level: A Blueprint; (4) Moral Education at the Elementary School…

It is stated in the introduction that growing numbers of educators and researchers are concerned with how students develop values and they are examining strategies for values clarification. This monograph presents historical background and recent trends in value education. It discusses the values clarification approach and the cognitive…

This guide was developed for use in grades K-6 as an enrichment program based on clarifying values. The program, designed by teachers, aims to develop in the student a greater awareness and understanding of the community, themselves, and the earth. The program includes environmental encounters and a chart of topical themes and conceptual themes.…

Discusses the parameters of values clarification and of science and reviews the differences between them. Contends that values clarification is nonscience and that students should be helped to appreciate the ways nonscience is similar and dissimilar to science and the place of both in the conclusion-reaching process. (ML)

Nine secondary English teachers articulate their teaching philosophy as they answer the question: "Should English teachers be involved in the teaching of values in the classroom? If so, how?" (NH)

Instead of employing a wide variety of teaching methods in the classroom, teachers should use only a few compatible methods. To choose these methods, teachers must clarify their own beliefs about basic elements of education and must assess the appropriateness and effectiveness of various methods in particular settings. (IW)

Sex role conflicts, multiple interests and abilities, and the lack of same-sex role models can create formidable obstacles to gifted girls in achieving their occupational potential. Values clarification, exposure to women who successfully combine two roles, and mentorship programs help to address the career development of these students. (CB)

Addresses the meaning of decision making on societal issues related to science/technology and explores practical implications for secondary science teaching. Cases on marijuana, abortion, and public inquiries are included together with discussion of collective decision making at the global, strategic, personal, and scientific community levels. A…

This book presents a comprehensive approach to values education and moral education. It draws on old and new approaches and methods to help young people grow up with clear values, good character, moral integrity, and the knowledge and skills to be good citizens. This comprehensive model utilizes traditional approaches for inculcating and modeling…

This workbook contains information on money management written for adult new readers. A brief self-test "Are You in Control?" is followed by 15 chapters that include information, worksheets, and summary sheets. The chapters are entitled: (1) "Getting Control of Your Money"; (2) "Tracking Your Spending"; (3) "Figuring Your Income and Expenses"; (4)…

The purpose of this study was to measure the relative effectiveness of two methods of teaching drug education to preservice elementary school teachers. The methods compared were the traditional teacher confined approach, and the value clarification group-centered process. The latter approach was found to be superior in all ways measured. (Author)

Discusses developmental, values clarification, actionist, and rationalist strategies in moral education and the problems associated with each strategy. Explores the question of whether schools should offer moral instruction. Outlines criteria for selecting a moral education program and emphasizes that moral issues raised in the classroom are…

Data from test instruments developed to measure student progress in a decision-making approach to values education suggest that either current methods of decision-making instruction are ineffective or that the adolescent years are a stagnant period for growth in this domain. (Author/CM)

Values clarification activities help preservice teachers understand their own values while developing activities which might be used in their own classrooms. Exercises are described which serve to orient the students to the teaching profession while presenting the philosophical, historical, and sociological foundations of education. (JN)

The concept of health is defined as the state of body and mind which affords the individual the ability to strive toward his/her functional objectives and his/her culturally desired goals. The role of health education should be to impart knowledge which will assist individuals in making personal choices about lifestyles, values, and goals. (JN)