In previous studies of educational systems, Markov chains have often been used in simulations in which history played no role because all events were described as independent of each other. Mono-level dynamics (i.e., the social context in which learning occurs is ignored) have also been applied to simulations. Educational theories, however, are…

This guide, which is intended for classroom teachers, supervisors, and administrators throughout Alabama, contains the minimum required content (core program) for public school instruction in marketing education in grades 7-12. Presented first are the following: introduction examining the mission, purpose, goals, and structure of marketing…

The Talent Development Model for high schools was developed to fill a major current void in American education--the lack of a proven model of high school effectiveness. This report presents the essential components of the Talent Development High School, a model of changes in high school organization, curriculum, and instruction based on research…

At the end of the 1992-93 school year, Dutch schools finished their preparations for a new core curriculum for the first stage of secondary education. One of the problems teachers faced in implementing this curriculum was the problem of class heterogeneity. How teachers dealt with heterogeneity was studied through an examination of the use of…

The literature regarding the curricula of existing industrial/technology teacher education programs was reviewed to identify those courses that constitute the technical component of the industrial/technology teacher education programs currently being offered by U.S. colleges and universities. A survey was then conducted of the 133 institutions…

One of the most important characteristics of a qualified high school teacher is college training in the subject in which he or she teaches. Data from the 1990-91 Schools and Staffing Survey (SASS)--conducted by the National Center for Education Statistics to collect information on teachers' undergraduate and graduate degrees and their school…

An act of the Hawaii legislature directed the State Auditor to study three areas of Hawaii's publication education: inventory add-on programs or programs that compete with the core curriculum for instructional time, review Chapter 37, HRS, on budgeting; and review Chapter 26, HRS, as it applies to repair and maintenance (R&M) of school…

A study sought to determine the extent and scope of courses in principles of technology being taught on the university level in the United States, especially in preservice teacher education programs. Data were gathered through mailed questionnaires, with 144 universities (59 percent of those queried) replying. Some of the findings of the survey…

This report responds to Colorado Senate Bill 92-155 by describing the policy changes, new policies and practices, and incentives established to accomplish the legislative purpose, namely, to reduce the average length of time that undergraduate students take to complete their degrees. The report summarizes governing board reports and the actions…

The existing minority language situation of French Canadians in Manitoba, Ontario, Quebec, and the Maritime Provinces is examined, highlighting the historical, political, social, and educational aspects of bilingualism in Canada. Additive and subtractive forces in Canadian bilingualism and biculturalism are outlined for comparison. French…

This booklet describes the College Core Curriculum (CCC) program recently initiated at Phineas Banning Senior High School in Los Angeles, which is designed to encourage more students to become positive, effective learners and to better prepare them for postsecondary education. Following an outline of CCC's goals and a breakdown of its programs…

Based on research studies, the current literature, and findings emerging from efforts to recruit well-qualified teacher education students for the University of Dayton, seven recommendations were developed for teacher educators to consider in implementing a formal, systematic recruitment program: (1) Teacher recruitment should begin with the…

Increasingly in the United Kingdom, the concept of a common core of studies to which all secondary school students have right of access is appearing in a variety of education and training initiatives. This document is intended to help teachers appreciate and prepare for a core curriculum. The document takes an actual core curriculum that has been…

Vocational cooperative education programs have a definite position in a comprehensive high school curriculum; however, concern has been expressed regarding whether students can fulfil academic requirements for graduation. The Raise Academics in Secondary Education bill in Florida requires more academic courses for graduation. In order for…

A formative evaluation of curricular effectiveness of the General Education (GE) Program at the University of Montevallo, an Alabama state-supported liberal arts institution, is described. The GE Program is divided into 11 core areas. The American College Testing Program's College Outcomes Measures Program (COMP) objective test--a test of general…