Describes Dolci's most recent project, an experimental school for children of the peasant community in Partinico, in western Sicily. In no other place in Italy is public education available to children on a full-time basis. (Author/AM)

Previous research indicates that mean patterns of mental ability show striking differences between different ethnic groups. In this paper, some salient features of information processing on which there are likely to be differences between children of Australian born parents of low SES and children of migrant parents are discussed. (Editor)

Poland's system for identifying and developing talent in its youth is described, including the experimental flexible curriculum that is now being extended to all students. (MSE)

Educators recognize the importance of staff development but funding such programs can be problematic. Securing school district commitment for professional growth opportunities depends on the following factors: (1) does the program address a recognized need? (2) is the program acceptable and comfortable? and (3) is it the right time to propose the…

Asserts that, in the quest for educational excellence, the highest quality opportunities must be provided for all students. Recommends looking at some of the European nations' educational systems for ideas about guidance methods that place students into appropriate educational programs. (CJH)

If art students are to be educated for the twenty-first century, still preserving creativity, students must be taught that art is an integral, functioning part of the world. Their education must go beyond one or two areas in the fine arts to include a solid liberal arts grounding. (MSE)

Education of the gifted and talented, from the perspective of Botswana's past and present national and educational development, is reviewed. There is a need to balance much needed education for gifted students (who may become the country's leaders) with the basic education needs of the majority of Botswana's citizens, many of whom lack basic…

Examines the historical, political, and economic context of differentiated schooling. Argues that tracking perpetuates inequality. Evaluates the influence on education of the politics of economic scarcity, social conservatism, and assumptions about abilities and the role of schools in providing equal opportunity. (KH)

Arguments over student discipline tend to overlook that: most students are not at school because they choose to be. Compulsory education has not lived up to its promise. A viable alternative is to repeal coercive laws and to offer twelve years of free schooling, to be taken at any time. (KH)

Presents results of a 1983 survey of engineering students about attitudes behind their decisions to pursue graduate study or seek employment, and what is needed to make graduate school more attractive. Results are compared to a Tau Beta Pi survey on honors students graduating in 1971 and 1982. Conclusions/recommendations are included. (JM)

Research and learning opportunities for elementary and secondary students at the seven presidential libraries located around the country are discussed. A questionnaire was sent to each institution, and several of the libraries were visited. Also presented is an overview of the presidential library system. (RM)

Outlines the conceptual framework of the Political Economy of Adult Education Project. From a materialist perspective, this analysis considers the ways a society is connected to the global means of production and the ways in which adult education provides differing opportunities for various social classes. (SK)

This article discusses the possibility of a state achieving a high standard of equality of fiscal neutrality while remaining committed to local district autonomy. Wealth and taste related determinants of school district behavior in providing educational opportunities are explored. Comments by Hugh G. Petrie are given. (DF)

Low-income students have been disproportionately affected by reductions in student financial assistance. More aid is being targeted for middle-income students. Without changes in student financial policy, projected demographic changes, i.e., fewer middle-class students in the 1990s and an increase in low-income students, will exacerbate the…

Presents the various types of information that should be available in counseling centers. A survey of occupational and career planning opportunities is followed by a description of information types and ways of organizing the information. (SK)