In 1917, after much agitation for alcohol prohibition by many temperance societies and organizations, the House of Representatives wanted to make Prohibition the 18th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution and sent the amendment to the states for ratification. Thirteen months later enough states said yes to the amendment. It was now against the law to…

This planning grid for teaching visual arts (basic) in grades 9-12 in Delaware outlines the following six standards for students to complete: (1) students will select and use form, media, techniques, and processes to create works of art and communicate meaning; (2) students will create ways to use visual, spatial, and temporal concepts in creating…

This planning grid for teaching visual arts (advanced) in grades 9-12 in Delaware outlines the following six standards for students to complete: (1) students will select and use form, media, techniques, and processes to create works of art and communicate meaning; (2) students will create ways to use visual, spatial, and temporal concepts in…

Distance learning challenges the academic work of colleges and universities as well as the politics of self-regulation. This, in turn, places significant responsibility on the accrediting community in two ways. First, accreditors must take the initiative in defining the differences in teaching and learning that distance learning brings in order to…

This report details initial findings and issues facing researchers working at the University of Central England on an IFLA (International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions) education and training project. This project explores LIS (Library and Information Science) education standards worldwide and the potential for increased…

This guide is geared toward K-4 science teachers, supervisors, and environmental educators. The guide seeks to promote a better understanding and appreciation of soil. Students explore the land around them as they investigate the origins of soil and how it benefits our ecosystems and environment and discover the various habitats characterized by…

Many low-performing high schools find it difficult to implement effective action plans because research is lacking and policy options are limited. Committees comprised of all major stakeholding groups, including administrators, teachers, counselors, support personnel, parents, and community members should be formed by schools to oversee every step…

Calls for school reform and performance have crested and receded many times this century. Establishing rigorous academic standards will revolutionize education and improve equity, and standards enjoy popular support. Standards require: (1) proficiency by students of all grades in a variety of subjects; (2) assessment testing; and (3) cooperation…

Overcoming decades of labor, financial and performance troubles, the Chicago school system has enjoyed improving test scores 3 consecutive years, rising attendance, and labor peace under a new contract balancing the budget. Despite some criticism, the Chicago system enjoys reform successes in six areas: (1) improved governance; (2) greater…

This paper, presented by the Council of Ontario Universities (COU), addresses questions related to development of the Quality Assessment Board, the applied degree pilot project, new Ontario-based private institutions, and new taxpayer and student protection measures. The COU highlights four major points in their response to the paper,…

Oklahoma's three-tiered system of higher education provides access for all students, with the comprehensive universities requiring the highest standards, regional universities requiring less restrictive standards, and the two-year colleges having open door access. The various tiers help students match their level of academic preparation to the…

This book, intended for the interested layman and the education professional, describes the process and content of standards-driven education reform. It is based on the premise that schools can excel if they benchmark their standards, align their curriculum, and conduct academic analysis to assess progress. Only the highlights appear in the hard…

This report details Vermont's Framework of Standards and Learning Opportunities, designed to provide a structure from which standards-based curricula can be developed, organized, implemented, and assessed; to provide the basis for the development of a comprehensive assessment system; and to make explicit what may be included in statewide…

Delaware students must meet world-class standards if they are to be competitive and successful in a global economy. To prepare students for their future, schools must support rigorous standards and each teacher must set high expectations. Students must also commit themselves to the achievement of excellence. Any system that hopes to accomplish…

This Middle School Course of Study document is designed to be user friendly. Units can be used sequentially and each unit may need a different amount of time to complete. When using this document, consider the students' prior knowledge and their understanding of the concepts. The Idaho Mathematics Achievement Standards are consistently referenced…