Describes networking as a strategy for solving problems and ultimately implementing change. Networks include the personal, the interpersonal, and intergroup. One of the most important skills is being able to identify and use the various human, nonprint and print resources available. The positive benefits are limitless. (Author/BEF)

A general review of adult education relates national policy to educational history, presents some definitions, and examines continuing themes and current issues. (LH)

With increased campus interest in continuing education subject matter, departments are assuming roles which were previously the exclusive domain of extension departments. In examining this situation, the author proposes an organizational and functional model whereby both the university and adult student body may be best served. (Author/BP)

It is argued that a first step in treating a dysfunctional family unit is the reduction of the family's resistance to therapy. A range of approaches is available for this task. (MS)

Describes a model for principals to follow in involving teachers in implementing educational change. (JG)

Teachers can be sources of energy, creativity, and expertise in their own growth. This provides powerful learning opportunities and lessens dependence on outside experts. Principals can help by encouraging teachers to select areas for informal study and specialization, providing opportunities for teachers to present case histories of special-needs…

Examines Matthew Arnold's views on the inadequacies of higher education in 19th-century England, focusing on his background as a comparative educator. Discusses his prescriptions for educational reform, arguing that they were strongly influenced by his official and unofficial trips to European countries, especially France, Germany, and Italy. (15…

Discusses multicultural education policy in Canada in terms of a proposed redefinition toward a framework involving revision of the norm to include all groups of students. Argues that although the vision of multicultural education presented in Ghosh's book provides valuable suggestions of what multicultural education in Canada should be like, the…

Focuses upon differential strategies for school development and improvement. Much improvement research has emphasized systemic change without considering schools' differing capacities for change and development. Varying improvement strategies and interventions are needed for (failing, low-achieving, and effective) schools at different…

Explores the role of discourse analysis in psychotherapy, change-process research. Focuses on how available linguistic resources, or cultural meanings, can both construct the client's problem and negotiate its solution. Discusses the implications of studying therapeutic change as a discursive activity comprising the use and negotiation of…

Questions three trends in school reform: special considerations, leveling, and scheduling. Notes that, despite all these changes, the author has not seen any great improvements. Argues that using teachers' ideas, acknowledging social and behavioral issues, and resisting parental pressure are what is needed to help the American education system…

Examine obstacles to the successful bridging of social and counseling psychology and highlights areas ripe for collaboration within the arenas of professional training and development, theory, practice, methodology, metatheory, and epistemology. Identifies cultural, interpersonal, developmental, motivational, evaluative, regulatory, structural,…

Lack of knowledge and interest in grading translates into a serious information breakdown in education. Reforming classroom assessment and grading practices will require educators' commitment to professional development, classroom-relevant training programs, help from professional organizations and testing experts, a coordinated vision,…

Analyzes the issues at stake in the debate over official language legislation in the United States, focusing on the agenda of U.S. ENGLISH, an organization promoting the legislation of English as the official language of the United States. The article argues that restricting language rights can lead to social segregation and that people speak…

Discusses how language arts educators can promote enduring change, including the need for continuous cooperation, collaboration, and reflection; the active involvement of all the stakeholders during every stage of nurturing visions; and how to support this complex growth process with flexibility and with an enduring commitment. (SR)