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Dodge, Diane Trister; Bickart, Toni S. – 1998
Noting that a high-quality preschool program is one that promotes learning through rich play experiences, this book gives parents information needed to select the right preschool for their children. Chapter 1, "Thinking about Preschool," discusses questions parents ask, practical considerations, beginning the search, and the screening phone call.…
Descriptors: Classroom Environment, Early Experience, Educational Quality, Evaluation Criteria
Kallenbach, Silja; Viens, Julie – 2002
The Adult Multiple Intelligences (AMI) Study investigated how multiple intelligences (MI) theory can support instruction and assessment in adult literacy education across different adult learning contexts. Two interwoven qualitative research projects focused on applying MI theory in practice. One involved 10 teacher-conducted and AMI…
Descriptors: Adult Basic Education, Adult Literacy, Classroom Techniques, Educational Research
Green, Douglas W. – 1995
This paper assesses the current state of research and informed opinion on the benefits of multimedia computer software for students with disabilities. Topics include: a definition of multimedia; advantages of multimedia; Multiple Intelligence Theory which states intellectual abilities consist of seven components; motivation and behavior…
Descriptors: Behavior Modification, Computer Software, Disabilities, Educational Research
Hugenberg, Lawrence W., Ed. – 1998
This volume of an annual collection presents 10 essays relating to instruction in the basic communication course. The essays are: "The Basic Course and the Future of the Workplace" (Andrew D. Wolvin); "Predictors of Self-Perceptions of Behavioral Competence, Self-Esteem, and Willingness to Communicate: A Study Assessing Impact in a Basic…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Cognitive Style, Communication Research, Communication Skills
McAllister, Elizabeth A.; Hildebrand, Joan M.; Ericson, Joann H. – 2000
Suggesting that students in the intermediate grades can explore the world around them and practice valuable skills in spelling, reading, writing, communication, and language, this book presents cross-curricular units designed to integrate language-arts activities into the study of where and how people live. The units in the book reach diverse…
Descriptors: American Indian Culture, American Indians, Class Activities, Classroom Techniques
Idaho State Dept. of Education. Special Education Section. – 1999
This manual is designed to help Idaho school districts establish or improve programs for gifted and talented (G/T) high school students. It describes specific program options and administrative issues relating to gifted education. Chapter 1, "Starting and Administering a G/T High School Program," answers common questions about G/T high…
Descriptors: Advanced Placement Programs, Creative Thinking, Enrichment Activities, Gifted
Rosenthal, Marilyn, Ed. – ESL Magazine, 1999
This document contains all six issues of the journal for 1999. Article titles include the following: "A Tribute to ESL Pioneers"; "Current Perspectives on Improving Aural Comprehension"; "TESOL '99 Preview"; "South Africa: A Place for English Teaching Pioneers"; "Challenging Questions About E-Mail for…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Adult Education, Deafness, Educational Trends
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Berger, Eugenia Hepworth; Pollman, Mary Jo – Early Childhood Education Journal, 1996
Compares the whole-child approach to early childhood education and Howard Gardner's concept of multiple intelligences. Provides activities and ideas to address each of the seven intelligences, and lists specific suggestions for parent/child experiences, field trip experiences, and constructivist experiences. Stresses individual child potential.…
Descriptors: Academic Ability, Classroom Environment, Cognitive Style, Constructivism (Learning)
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Cook, Gillian E. – Journal of Staff Development, 1996
Clinical supervision as inquiry encourages teachers to reflect upon their teaching and develop and test hypotheses about what is effective and why. The paper discusses two models of thinking (the multiple intelligences theory, and identification of habits of mind) that enrich the clinical supervision experience, and makes recommendations for staff…
Descriptors: Classroom Observation Techniques, Clinical Supervision (of Teachers), Cognitive Style, Elementary School Teachers
Pociask, Amanda; Settles, Jeri – Online Submission, 2007
The students targeted were third and fourth grade students with learning-disabilities and seventh-eighth grade science students who exhibited poor test scores, motivation, and behaviors that negatively impacted their learning. The objective of this study was to change the level of student engagement in order to increase their academic achievement…
Descriptors: Teaching Methods, Grade 4, Student Behavior, Observation
Hinitz, Blythe F.; Stomfay-Stitz, Aline – 1996
This essay focuses on teachers as peacemakers. Peace education is discussed as multifaceted and cross-disciplinary, emphasizing the teaching of peace, nonviolence, conflict resolution, social justice, economic well-being, political participation, and environmental concern. The report asserts that any curriculum for young children should stress a…
Descriptors: Conflict Resolution, Constructivism (Learning), Cooperative Learning, Curriculum Design
Gibbs, Jeanne; And Others – 1994
Blending the fields of group process and cooperative learning; prevention and resiliency; learning theory; and school change into a comprehensive guide, this book describes the on-going development of the Tribes group process, whereby small learning groups are used to promote human growth and learning. A tribe consists of three to six students who…
Descriptors: Classroom Environment, Classroom Techniques, Cognitive Style, Cooperative Learning
Chapman, Carolyn – 1993
This guide provides a rationale and approach for translating Howard Gardner's theory of multiple intelligences into classroom practice. Chapter 1 explains Gardner's theory and gives the definitions of the seven intelligences he identifies: verbal/linguistic, musical/rhythmic, logical/mathematical, visual/spatial, bodily/kinesthetic, intrapersonal,…
Descriptors: Alternative Assessment, Class Activities, Classroom Environment, Classroom Techniques
Cifuentes, Lauren; Hughey, Jane – 1998
The purpose of this study was to examine the differential effects of computer conferencing on expository writing for undergraduate students (n=109) of seven intelligence types (linguistic, logical/mathematical, spatial, bodily/kinesthetic, musical, interpersonal, and intrapersonal). Students were assigned to four treatment groups that provided…
Descriptors: Aptitude Treatment Interaction, Cognitive Style, Computer Mediated Communication, Computer Uses in Education
McFarland, Valere – 1998
This paper presents the findings of a study that investigated whether members of culturally diverse populations could be more adequately represented in elementary gifted and talented programs through the use of a non-traditional assessment method. Teachers nominated students for gifted programs from multiple assessments and observations. The…
Descriptors: Ability Identification, Academic Ability, Alternative Assessment, Cultural Awareness
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