Outlines a reconstructionist rationale and focuses attention on the need for a philosophy of education to embody a theory of social criticism. It also emphasizes the importance of an interdisciplinary analysis of major social issues, especially in terms of their economic dimension, and attempts to define the purpose and role of social educators…

The taxonomy and suggestions presented in this article were designed and used to help preservice and inservice teachers clarify their homework policies and practices. Three types of homework assignments are described: practice, preparation, and extension. (KC)

Presented is a statement on the essentials of education which has been endorsed by a number of professional associations. It embodies the collective concern of the endorsing associations and expresses their call for a renewed commitment to a more complete and more fulfilling education for all. (Author/KC)

The author reviews the historical changes in the philosophy of education and suggests that prospective teachers of gifted students should examine their own educational philosophies. Examples of traits and competencies for teachers of the gifted are given and the characteristics of their teacher training programs are discussed. (CL)

Secular humanism is not evil, as is charged by the Moral Majority, but is derived from early Christianity, with its concern for learning and human betterment. (Author)

Drawing on literary and psychological sources, the author documents how theories of the life cycle, by taking men as models, have failed to account for the experience of women. She argues that this bias has promoted a concern with autonomy and achievement at the expense of attachment and intimacy. (CT)

Outlines Harry Broudy's distinction between three kinds of knowledge: knowledge involving statements or assertions about the world, knowledge involving abilities to do things, and knowledge involving commitment to carry out what we know must be done. (SS)

This essay argues that the academic mind is leaning excessively toward the scientific model. (MM)

The author advocates education that both acculturates and explores values. (MM)

The third aim of education is the development of civilized persons. (MM)

The life and philosophy of William James is discussed. (MM)

This review of the work of M. J. Langeveld provides a picture of the philosophic context of social and intellectual thought that provided the instructional foundation of the Utrecht school. (MM)

The article contrasts two interpretations of the concept of normalization for mentally handicapped persons and compares the treatment orientations each suggests. (DB)

This is a study of the ways in which the educational theories of Locke, Watts, and Burgh are influenced by their conceptions of reason, conduct, and revelation. (MM)