Offers a tentative definition of reading comprehension, based on contemporary work in psycholinguistics and cognitive psychology; invites response and criticism. (MKM)

Problems in the interpretation of the term empathy, and the value of the development of empathy in the teaching of history are discussed. Although the definitions here are presented in the context of history, they are relevant to the teaching of other subjects where an empathetic response is sought. (Editor/KC)

Recommending that cooperative extension services employ lobbyists to represent their interests in Congress, the author defines lobbying, describes the techniques and tactics involved, and identifies studies of the effectiveness of lobbyists. (SK)

The authors suggest the need for conceptual shifts in the identification and definition of gifted children. They foresee a change toward broadened assessment of cognitive and affective development. Among recommended service options are advance placement classes, early admission, curricular comprehension, work study programs, and supervised…

The article discusses the plight of the gifted child underserved by the educational system, proposes a model for expanding and clarifying the nature of creativity, highlights four common misconceptions about giftedness which have special educational implications, and offers five suggestions for improving the general quality of gifted education.…

Addresses the questions of terminology, definition, and identification in an effort to contribute to the theory of distance education. Suggests that "distance education" is the most satisfactory solution to the problem of terminology. (Available: School of External Studies, Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology, 167 Franklin Street,…

Defines the term media librarian as a person who is educated and knowledgeable and can work with all formats of information transfer in the context of a library. Three major concerns regarding the preparation of media librarians are also discussed. (LLS)

Examines the lexicographic definition as an informal analysis of the meanings of words. (AM)

Provides definitions for 43 new French terms related to health and medicine. (AM)

The writings of several philosophers are discussed concerning the issue of defining philosophy. The philosopher aims at the world, at knowledge and understanding rather than at self-expression. (JMF)

Online search is defined and search types established in an attempt to standardize terminology. Recommended definitions are included. (RAA)

Provides an explanation of causes of stuttering and offers suggestions for working with stutterers. (MP)

Minimal brain dysfunction has been redefined by the American Psychological Association as attention deficit disorder (ADD) and subdivided into categories with and without hyperactivity. The revised 'Diagnostic and Statistical Manual' (DSM III) is now undergoing field trials. Journal Availability: C. V. Mosby Company, 11830 Westline Industrial…

The author examines implications of the P.L. 94-142 (the Education for All Handicapped Children Act) definition of learning disability, and cites two cases to illustrate two basic problems: that the definition is both overinclusive and underinclusive, and that it does not consider underlying causes. (CL)

To assist in the development of a shared language for therapists and teachers serving handicapped children, the article offers a glossary of terms used by occupational and physical therapists. Definitions of 30 terms are given. (SBH)