Ten different methods of inquiry are outlined in this overview of research methodologies currently being employed in the field of curriculum studies: (1) philosophical, (2) historical, (3) scientific, (4) artistic, (5) moral, (6) religious, (7) interpretive, (8) instrumental, (9) deliberative, and (10) action oriented. Each of the 10 methods is…

It is not uncommon for counselors to experience professional burnout due to a combination of circumstances including, among other things, unrealistic expectations, frustration, and a heavy workload. Society in general and schools in particular tend to emphasize accountability, measurable achievements, and quantitative results. This places a…

Some answers to the question of why one cultural pattern is transmitted while another is not, and a consideration of the process of cultural transmission and acquisition, are provided in this examination of the cultural and linguistic situation of the Filipino American population of the Milwaukee, Wisconsin, area. The discussion is divided into…

Describes program for achievement of higher wellness levels based on holistic principles and risk factor science. Levels focus on (1) heart disease risk factors and how to reverse them; (2) unconscious needs at conflict with one's conscious goals; (3) identity status, meaning to love and to be loved; (4) autogenics; and (5) full ego development…

Presents findings from several sources that give results of research in megavitamin nutritional therapy. Examines vitamin therapy in learning disabilities in general, schizophrenia, autism, mental retardation and Down's syndrome, and hyperkinesis. Concludes that holistic approach to treatment is needed and that vitamin therapy, if proven…

Collaboration and coordination among school nurses, health teachers, guidance counselors, food service directors, principals, administrators, parents, and community agencies have the potential to upgrade school health programs. Three programs that have effectively brought together schools and community agencies are described. (Author/MT)

Discusses a Vassar College workshop and the debate it generated over the depth and breadth of computer knowledge needed by humanities students. Describes two positions: the "Holistic View," which emphasizes the understanding of the formal methods of computer implementation; and the "Expert Users View," which sees the humanist…

Analyzes the symbols in the children's fantasy film, "E. T.," from the perspective of perennial philosophy. Concludes that "E. T." is an example of a rhetorical message that combines a vision of the eternal with a plea for a change in addressing contemporary fragmentation and separation. (PD)

Argues that college reading should be taught in a holistic manner. Presents characteristics of college developmental readers and discusses several generalizations that should be considered when teaching college reading holistically. (FL)

A five phase approach to holistic health care on the college campus is given. The phases include education/information, identification of risks, elimination/reduction of risks, maintenance, and self-care. (BL)

Two strategies for teaching studio art are compared. In an atomistic strategy, basic drawing and design are taught by dividing learning contents into various component parts--e.g., perspective exercises, value scales, color wheels--and addressing them one at a time. In an holistic strategy content parts are treated simultaneously. (RM)

Criticizes Dobbert et al's model of cultural transmission (presented in earlier article) as being a species of social physics. Suggests improvements to the model, notably that observation and analysis at the emic level be taken into account. (RDN)

A learning disabled adult reviews his early experiences with professionals and schools, notes the effects of social skills difficulties and occupational frustrations, and offers suggestions for teachers (such as not discounting students' abilities as well as for learning disabled students (including emphasizing one's strengths and understanding…

A holistic language program is described which combines all the language arts, is based on cognitive/psycholinguistic principles, and can be used in resource rooms with learning disabled students. (CL)

A reassessment of John Dewey's theory of inquiry offers theoretical, practical, and ethical gains to be made in educational research. This paper explores methods of inquiry and shows how Dewey's position is incompatible with empiricist assumptions. Several misunderstandings are identified and discussed. (DF)