Theorists on human rights can be divided into two camps: those who believe that rights are asserted by and ascribed to groups, and those who believe that rights may be properly predicated to individuals only. Of late, the latter group has gained dominance. This paper, by presenting a rhetorical analysis of individualism in regard to rights,…

Language study is classified through a series of definitions of important terms such as dialects, register, speech production, and function words. The content of communications is examined by attributing content to linguistic mediums. An example is presented to illustrate that teaching a language entails more than merely teaching grammar. The…

A faculty member involved with the Higher Education for Learning Disabled Students (HELDS) project describes ways in which an English grammar course was modified to accommodate LD students. The course, designed to compensate for students' inadequacies in grammar, is described in terms of four phases: (1) the introductory period (in which LD…

An anthropology professor describes the instructional approach used as part of the HELDS (Higher Education for Learning Disabled Students) project. A syllabus for General Anthropology is presented that outlines course composition (mechanics, content, materials) and grading procedures. A sample unit on living primates illustrates the teaching…

The booklet describes approaches to teaching learning disabled students introductory physical anthropology, as related by a professor involved in the Higher Education for Learning Disabled Students (HELDS) program. The author suggests ways to identify LD students through observation of short attention span, restlessness, and marked discrepancies…

Nonvocational typing courses consist of efforts in the same four goal areas (machine, production, technical information and language skills) as the vocational courses, but the ratios are different and the nonvocational course is shorter in length. (BP)

This article described a miniature throwing course for grades three, four, and five. (Author/RK)

Article focused on the introduction of creative ways of thinking early in the prospective teacher's college career thereby making him or her a more effective learner in all areas. (Author/RK)

Thirty-nine short courses in English are described by their originators. (JH)

Microcomputer modules were developed to help Pennsylvania State University students and inservice teachers develop 10 generic competencies regarding working with handicapped students in the least restrictive environment. Competencies touch on understanding the legal bases for education in the least restrictive environment, making use of…

Prepared as an aid to implementing a theatre production course for grades 9 through 12, this guide is designed to enable students who are participating in play production activities to receive recognition and academic credit for their many hours of creative and educational endeavor. The first portion of the guide answers questions frequently asked…

A proposal is presented for a Community College of Philadelphia course, entitled "An Introduction to Commercial Security," which is intended to provide an introduction and analysis of the security administration function. Following a standard cover form, a statement of purpose for the course notes the rapid growth of the security…

Presents ideas for the development of courses and curriculums in the mass media. (RB)

The purpose of Moraine Valley's newspaper course is to provide an instructional delivery system for a large audience of nonstudents in the district, utilizing a familiar education resource (newspaper). (Author)