Education & Pedagogy

Argues that communication educators as well as those in the education discipline must begin to promote communication training for all teachers. Describes goals, objectives, units, activities, and assignments for a comprehensive communication course for all teachers. (SG)

Considers whether the current transformation of higher education has its roots in medieval universities. Topics include corporate and virtual universities; the adaptation of new technologies, especially the Internet; affordability; the development of critical thinking skills; and students as customers. (LRW)

Describes New York's charter-school legislation; explains charter-school responsibilities at state department of education and local boards of education; includes the development of the application form; discusses how state and local agencies shape charter schools through the application-review process. (PKP)

A model program for onsite teacher development to prepare and retain exemplary career and technical education teachers was designed to meet the needs of new teachers who came from industry backgrounds. Core elements include partnership with business- industry and universities and ongoing support for teaching strategies. (JOW)

Interviews with 12 further education teachers in Britain revealed a variety of conceptions of professionalism that conflict with standard definitions. The diversity of types may explain why further education teachers are not organized as a profession, are accorded low status, and are subject to exploitation. (Contains 26 references.) (SK)

Discusses the past, present, and future of physical education, identifying changes that have occurred over 50 years (e.g., changing to coed physical education, clarifying distinctions between discipline and profession, and recognizing a larger population). Future directions and responsibilities include emphasizing civility, cooperation, and community; expanding and enriching the program; and recognizing and responding to need. (SM)

Reports on the use of GLOBE, a teaching tool that enables students to use hands-on, inquiry-based methods to gather and interpret scientific data. Summarizes the results of teacher workshops. (DDR)

Explains how to use digital cameras and related basic equipment during indoor and outdoor activities. Uses digital imaging in general botany class to identify unknown fungus samples. Explains how to select a digital camera and other necessary equipment. (YDS)

Focuses on two aspects of the use of concept cartoons in preservice science teacher education: evaluating their use as a teaching and learning approach, and challenging student teachers' perceptions of how constructivist principles might be implemented in the classroom. (SAH)

Explores the place of education in Indian society and recent outreach programs in preliteracy and adult literacy. Looks at traditions both before and after the formation of the Republic of India, reviews two programs for encouraging literacy, and identifies future challenges for Indian education. (DLH)

Longitudinal research identified five perspectives of good teaching: transmission, developmental, apprenticeship, nurturing, and social reform. Continuing medical education examples, key beliefs, primary responsibilities, typical strategies, and challenges were identified for each perspective. (Contains 19 references.) (SK)

The philosophical basis of a nursing education curriculum in Australia is the human dimension of nursing. The curriculum acknowledges the importance of the learning climate, diverse learning styles, diversity, and the active role of teachers in developing nurses who are competent and critical thinkers. (SK)

From a literature review, the following principles for facilitating adult learning in continuing education were derived: (1) promote positive relationships; (2) gain learners' attention; (3) ensure that content is relevant; (4) provide support and challenge; and (5) ensure learner satisfaction. (Contains 55 references.) (SK)

Presents a compilation of results from three studies conducted over a 5-year period to compare and contrast efficacy beliefs held by prospective and practicing teachers toward science and mathematics instruction. Offers recommendations for teacher education programs. (Author/SAH)

Discusses the use of technology for distance learning in higher education and examines the similarities and differences between face-to-face seminars and online discussions. Considers the concept of affordance in relation to information and communication technologies and distance education; and examines affordances of electronic conferencing and links between email and electronic conferencing. (Author/LRW)