Education & Pedagogy

The four-part special section contains information on educational programs and services for the deaf. Part A presents data on United States schools and classes, Canadian schools and classes, financial data on residential schools in the United States, and continuing education programs for deaf adults. (SBH)

Discusses recent changes in English teacher education and points out that many English education students need help in increasing their verbal abilities. Recommends that language courses be developed for all education students and that they be offered in addition to courses in English pedagogy and the development of children's language. (GT)

This article discusses selected key issues arising from legislation and litigation, instructional practices, teacher competence, and vocational programs that are now, or likely to become, critical to the full integration of handicapped persons in vocational education and subsequently in the work force. (Author)

The effects of federal legislation regarding equal educational opportunity for all students, as well as specific problem areas in the implementation of that legislation in the Chicago public school system, are discussed. (LH)

This paper examines current Australian thought on definitions, time allotments, curriculum design, and theoretical orientation for career education at the secondary level. Australian career education objectives are compared to those of the United States. Several operational programs are described and problems for the future considered. (SJL)

Examines the role of education in balancing political and economic power between the races. Particular attention is given to describing the influence White funding has had on the development of Black education and on the contemporary phenomena of Black nationalism. (EB)

Presents two perspectives on the nature of vocational education: (1) that benefits are "extrinsic," that is, rewards are deferred until after graduation; and (2) that benefits are "intrinsic," that is, vocational education serves to promote full human development by exposing the learner to significant in-class experiences. (DR)

Employers' perceptions of cooperative work experience programs on the secondary and postsecondary levels differ in emphasis as well as structure. Employers in postsecondary programs tend to derive more economic benefits. Both groups find co-op a good recruitment tool. (SK)

Reviews Stephen J. Wright's preceding article, which was delivered as a speech at the Howard University Charles H. Thompson Lecture/Colloquium. Stresses Thompson's contributions as a Black educator and praises Wright's insights on current problems facing Blacks that limit their access to education. (GC)

Energy education is a new field which should focus on an effort to bring together teachers, school officials, and parent groups with the objective of helping children understand the current international energy situation. Past, present, and future energy education strategies are discussed. (JN)

Describes a study of continuing education personnel practices in Texas colleges and universities. Focuses on patterns of recruitment, orientation, supervision, selection, evaluation, and demographics. Concludes that teaching effectiveness may be facilitated by systematic personnel practices which integrate continuing education instructors into the regular faculty core. (CAM)

Education, it is suggested, ranks low in order of priority during an economic crunch and has lost much of its aura. Management and employees in education must stop fighting each other, organize, rally constituencies, and defend the traditional American commitment to education. (Author/MLW)

Reviews the historical background of educating the handicapped; presents the general features of the Education for All Handicapped Children Act, including funding, enforcement remedies, and procedural rights; and discusses issues raised by the law. (MLF)

Describes effective, innovative methods used in serving rural handicapped students and their families. Discusses five methods to help parents with instructional support, and three methods which utilize the services of extension and community services offered at county and state levels. (JD)

Discusses the organization, functions, and effectiveness of the Hispanic Higher Education Coalition (HHEC) in government policy-making concerning higher education for Mexican Americans. Describes the accomplishments of HHEC: challenging the practice of overlooking Hispanic interests and concerns; and implementing and interpreting legislation to provide equal educational opportunities for Hispanics. (JD)