Currently, the dominant approach in research on teaching in physical education (the objectivist, scientific approach) has failed to provide a solution to how its findings, which are embodied in theories, can bring about change in the curriculum. This approach is critiqued with reference to issues of strategy, power, and politicization. (IAH)

A study tested the hypothesis: The greater the amount of philanthropic income per dollar of tuition, the smaller the fraction of bachelor's degrees in occupational fields. Findings support the contention that a college's tuition dependence is associated with its tendency to adjust its curriculum to match student consumer preferences. (MLW)

Discussion of technology's role in education and teacher training for technology focuses on the need for preservice teacher education. Conceptual skills required by teachers are described, research and service with practicing teachers are considered, and the integration of technology into teacher preparation programs is explained via an…

Traditional schooling falls short of preparing students for real-world experience in failing to incorporate informal, "in-context" learning situations. Reviews the literature on experience-based education and cites several successful urban programs that involve students in the educative community through learning experience, career…

Discussed is a program at South Dakota State University to offer a Master of Science in Teaching degree. The degree for those teachers who are underprepared in the sciences is described. A sample plan of study for chemistry majors is provided. (MVL)

Presents an alternative model for using the computer as an aid in teaching mathematics. Highlights include a mathematics teaching model; computer software for drill and practice, tutorials, simulation, games, and computer managed instruction; integrating computers into the mathematics curriculum; and examples of computer activities for…

Discusses effective ways to develop and promote educationally sound music programs for preschool children. Covers three types of music learning centers as versatile and inexpensive resources for creating independent learning environments: singing centers, instrument centers, and listening centers. Suggests ideas for group time, and for promoting…

In March, after two years of debate that followed complaints by minority students, Stanford's faculty voted to replace the university's year-long Western culture requirement with a new requirement called "Cultures, Ideas and Values." Courses will be required to give attention to the issues of race, gender, and class. (MLW)

Suggests that contrary to popular opinion, leaving school at primary level does not lead to unemployment, but to self-employment in rural areas of Kenya. Identifies employment profiles which help self-employment, and examines use of school acquired knowledge and skills in self-employment in order to make recommendations for improvement of…

Examines the origins and conceptualization of the social studies movement in Africa, and describes the practice of social studies and its current status. Concludes that although social studies has some unique problems due to the nature of the subject matter, it is more relevant to the lives of African children than traditional curricula. (LS)

Outlines steps suggested by Education Secretary William J. Bennett to improve science curriculum. Lists topics of concern for grades K-8. (ML)

To study impact of bilingual education programs on reading and mathematics achievement, 278 Mexican-American seventh and eighth grade students were examined over a three-year period. The effects of the following variables on posttest scores were examined: (1) pretest scores; (2) gender; and (3) group (bilingual or mainstream). (BJV)

Provides seven fully developed library media activities designed to be used with specific curriculum units in mathematics, home economics, reading/language arts, science, and social studies. Library media skills objectives, curriculum objectives, grade levels, resources needed, activity and procedures for completion, evaluation, and follow-up are…

Literature on the teaching of law in the social work curriculum is reviewed, and a 1991 survey of master's programs in social work concerning the extent of law-related coursework is summarized. A flexible approach to integrating legal content into existing courses is proposed, focusing on six legal precepts: definition/regulation of practice,…

Urges a reframing of the social sciences curriculum in terms of the socioeconomic interests of the disadvantaged. Proposes a curriculum specifically designed to expose the ideological and political advantages enjoyed by the dominant culture. Includes specific activities to promote empowerment among the disadvantaged. (MJP)