Proposed is a model for initiating curriculum change. Presented are four broad decision areas to be considered when contemplating curriculum changes including: scientific literacy, instructional organization, instructional methodology, and practical decisions. A sequential decision making chart is included. (SL)

The "harmony model" of school administration is discussed and critiqued. (MM)

Briefly discusses strategies for cutting the cost of purchasing school supplies, stressing the potential advantages of cooperative buying groups and of purchasing supplies directly from the manufacturer whenever possible. (JG)

According to possibilism, the unfolding story of human evolution is in part a question of what we ourselves dream and will. (MM)

This brief paper explored two main implications and provided a model for a humanistic philosophy of education. (Author/RK)

Questions various underlying assumptions about the role of communication in effecting change and suggests ways in which communication theory and research can effect change. (MH)

Discusses the value of loosely structured, cooperative networks for stimulating educational change and aiding the diffusion of educational innovations. Briefly describes several such networks. (JG)

Discusses a number of strategies educational administrators can use to make schools and school districts more accessible and responsive to individual citizens. (JG)

Problems of conducting organizational development evaluations identified by 101 organizational development practitioners were clustered into categories of methodological, administrative, and miscellaneous problems. (Author/MLF)

Results indicated an absence of single dimensions that distinguish between successful and unsuccessful organizations; however, three general areas serve to differentiate organizations in the two categories. Available from: NTL Institute for Applied Behavioral Science, P.O. Box 9155, Rosslyn Station, Arlington, Virginia 22209, $4.75 single copy.…

A public university faced with intolerant student speech now risks being damned if it acts, but equally damned if it fails to act. To a greater degree than at any time in recent memory, the actions and policies of higher education institutions concerning student speech not only are being scrutinized, but they also are becoming the subject of legal…

This study focused on how student activists' perceptions of institutional culture affect the nature and extent of their behaviors. Student activism was defined as more than just organizational involvement; instead, it implied involvement in and commitment to social change or social justice. Interviews were conducted with 26 student activists at a…

This document describes major examples of trailblazing and pioneering efforts that are playing a role in designing new directions for student support. The work is being carried out at school, district, state, and national levels. The endeavors are grouped into three categories: (1) places where broad-based systemic changes are underway, (2) places…

Leading a series of in-depth technical assistance papers on improving the quality in early care and education programs, this brochure is designed to help local communities consider the most effective strategies in designing and implementing programs that improve child care quality. A quality enhancement approach is taken whereby communities begin…

This pamphlet recounts remarks of Education Secretary Rod Paige at the opening of a meeting of chief state school officers. Drawing on the analogy of George Washington's friendships, the Secretary pledged the department's support and resources to the states but also the department's firm resolution in expecting compliance with President George W.…