In this study, a classroom observation technique was employed to examine the behaviors of a group of teacher-referred hyperactive children in order to determine the frequency of specific behaviors exhibited. The purpose behind the study was the further investigation of behavioral observation and intervention techniques used by other researchers as…

Two experiments are reported: one with autistic children in a day-care treatment program. the other with "hopeless" rating behavior in a grade six school setting. Although the samples were small (seven in the autistic group, 43 in the sixth grade group), the results indicated conclusively the increased rate of cooperative responses and decrease of…

Almost since schools began in America, boys have been identified as the primary source of misbehavior by teachers and administrators. In addition, boys constitute the greatest percentage of those students who are underachieving and failing. This paper discusses the problems of misbehavior, underachievement, and related conditions; explores the two…

Noting that mathematical modeling is a relatively new phenomenon in higher education and that much can be learned from the misdirections and mistakes that characterize modeling in general, the author describes major criticisms of modeling and suggests improvements, particularly in communication between modelers and potential model users. (JT)

Discusses the complex emotional and social problems facing the youth in college. Proposes that educators convey to the students the value of learning and how it contributes to personal growth. (MLH)

Discusses what feminists have been trying to accomplish through the many womens programs that have sprouted, flourished, and sometimes faded in recent years and focuses on Women in Transition, Inc., a program that failed. (Author/AM)

This paper attempts a description of some of the problems principals face, along with suggestions for solving them. The main focus is on discipline and dealing with student misconduct, but relations with parents, teachers, and police are also considered. (Author/SJL)

Emphasizing that career education is no substitute for basic education, a labor union education director says that career education's blend of classroom and work experience has created problems for the labor force. Local economy and employment level must be considered, with effective input from labor representatives. (MF)

Educators must realize that the social problems weakening the schools, such as declining enrollment, falling test scores, and tighter budgets, will not magically disappear. Assessing blame solves nothing. Rather, professionals must band together to improve their own competence in the face of public criticism. (SJL)

The purpose of the study was to establish developmental norms for maternal-rated problem behaviors within a disadvantaged group of preschool children. The data are discussed in terms of their utility in assisting the school psychologist to select appropriate intervention strategies for the preschool child. (Author)

Explains that the role of physics in a developing country should be relevant and productive. Discusses the state of research in physics, and concludes that it should be geared toward practical and local needs, and that adequate funding is vital. (GA)

This model of consultation is a process of highly structured consensus for decision making. The consultant provides a framework for generating plans and solutions. The weakest link in consultation appears to be research and evaluation. Infusing consulting interns and university professors into internal operations will result in better evaluation…

Reviews and evaluates media products from a variety of disciplines which are intended to help students understand environmental problems from a global perspective. Products are organized into four topics: Our place in the universe, Our place in nature's system, When systems break down, and Restoring harmony in earth's systems. Rental and purchase…

Reviews the prognosis for abused children in terms of death, re-injury, permanent physical damage, growth failure, intellectual retardation, and personality and behavior problems. Discusses problems of collecting data and inadequacies of intervention treatments. (JB)

Thirty steps for a curriculum development process are given in the form of a checklist with action to be taken listed for each step to assure attention to all program components at the appropriate times. (MF)