Reports conditions necessary for the adequate use of videotape recordings in reporting teaching techniques, teacher behavior, student behavior, and student teacher interaction. Proper camera placement is illustrated, observation categories are listed, and a sample videotape release form is included. (RAO)

A model staff development program is presently being implemented at Memphis State University in which systematic observation and videotape feedback is used to provide teaching faculty with the opportunity to analyze and improve their classroom behaviors. (MM)

The role of the cooperating teacher in facilitating the student teacher's learning is made very explicit. Is there now a case to be made for the role of the college supervisor? (Editor)

Examines whether or not teachers employed in the same settings could agree with each other concerning expressed optimal educational strategies for preschoolers, looks at their behavior in those settings, and studies the relationship of teachers' attitudes and behaviors among a number of settings purporting to derive from the same conceptual…

This article is the introduction, and excerpts from the book "Handbook of Suggestions for Teachers," which was written for teachers of Canadian immigrants. It suggests ways in which the host society can create a favorable environment for learning for the new student. (CFM)

The University of Pittsburgh responded to concerns about academic integrity by establishing a code of rights and responsibilities for students and faculty. The university's guidelines are detailed and their workability is illustrated by seven case studies. (Editor/LBH)

Discusses quasi-experimental and experimental research methodologies for investigating the relationships among teacher behavior, teacher competencies, student achievement, and student attitude outcomes. (MLH)

College teachers must take care not to treat students as a homogeneous, passive mass audience and equate lecturing with classroom control. Rather, they should judge teaching success by what students can do at course's end, reinforce desired intellectual behavior, test in ways that allow students to show abilities, and learn to interpret student…

Discusses the importance of communication between preschool providers and parents of children with disabilities who are transitioning from early intervention programs to preschool programs. Communication needs before, during, and after the transition are addressed. A sample questionnaire for families of new students and a communication schedule…

Two studies examined impact of teacher background and teacher/child ratio on child and teacher behavior in a child care environment. Both studies indicate more effective performances produced by teachers with higher degrees. One study suggests lower ratios are more effective. No interactive effect of ratio and background was noted. (MT)

Describes extensive litigation resulting from a geography teacher's characterization of a German-American student as a neo-Nazi. Making a federal case out of this matter was misguided, though "hostile atmosphere" litigation is increasing. Parents could have pursued administrative action through the board of education. Umbrella "hate…

Given the common English legal traditions in Canada and the United States, it is not surprising that the courts in both nations have been asked to find the balance between the free speech interests of teachers and their responsibilities as role models. Compares and contrasts court ruling in both countries. (47 footnotes) (Author/MLF)

Discussion of conflicts arising within the professional responsibility/conduct of college faculty focuses on problems associated with use of norms to guide behavior. It is suggested that dissenting conduct is a central professional norm for academics, closely connected to the university's purpose, and that academic freedom provides a defense of…

Investigates the influence of children's affective dispositions and knowledge of emotions on their ability to use nonaggressive conflict resolution strategies, exploring connections between autonomy and socioemotional development. Finds that individual differences in affective dispositions and emotional knowledge influence children's abilities to…