Education & Pedagogy

Examines the articulation of an industrial technology teacher education program between a university and a community college for the purpose of delivering a technology-based education program at the university. Outlines program needs that led to the articulation effort, factors associated with successful articulation, problems that developed, and logistical considerations. (DMM)

This paper describes the University of Connecticut's undergraduate training program for special education teachers. The article covers training philosophy; program content (practical assignments, debates, and "real world" experiences); and student and program evaluation. It also discusses student support services which help "high risk" candidates succeed in a demanding program. (Author/JDD)

Describes a specially designed preparatory course in science and mathematics for relatively "unprepared" adult students in Israel. Compares the achievements of these students with the achievements of those identified as "prepared" according to their formal education and qualifications. (TW)

Aims to clarify the relationship between science education and the science-technology-society (STS) theme and to develop a justification for the inclusion of the STS theme. Examines the current debate over definitions in science education, and provides an historical perspective of science education's purpose as a social institution. (TW)

Discusses the history of American science and science education, with particular emphasis on the development of scientific inquiry and experimentation. Focuses primarily on the activities of individuals in the 1800's, and the introduction of science into secondary schools and higher education institutions in the early 1900's. (TW)

Discusses the designation of October, 1987, as Computer Learning Month. Traces the development of computer uses in education. Points out some of the opportunities that the observance of this event can have for collaborative activities between and among teachers, administrators, students, parents, and other community members. (TW)

Presents an account of developments in an environmental education course for practicing teachers in Australia. Reports on some of the changes that have taken place in the course and the cyclic revision patterns that have occurred between the course's theoretical rationale and its practical embodiment. (TW)

This discussion identifies assumptions about the effects of computer learning activities upon students, and argues that more research is needed to justify the ongoing implementation of computer activities in education. Highlights include computer literacy, teacher training, and inequalities in socioeconomic groups and gender. Twenty-three references are provided. (Author/LRW)

This presentation of issues involved in the education of catalogers and classifiers includes discussions of training versus education, theory versus practice, appropriate faculty for and enrollment in cataloging classes, the importance of cataloging and classifying in hiring new librarians, and the responsibility for recruiting, retaining, and continuing the education of catalogers. (CLB)

A study of the attitudes of Nigeria's senior education majors about the quality of the programs offered found overall satisfaction with courses, instructors, and instruction in their teaching subject departments in all but two schools, and satisfaction with the education departments in all but one school. (Author/MSE)

High-school student achievement on college entrance examinations remained the same in 1987 despite spending increases Secretary of Education Bennett reported, quoting from a Department of Education survey on teacher salaries, pupil-teacher ratios, education spending, the proportion of students taking the Advanced Placement examinations, and education-reform efforts. (MLW)

Allowing children to participate in special education decision-making only at the discretion of their parents and the school system deprives them of any meaningful involvement and expression of their own concerns. Outlines models for involving children in such decision-making and giving them more meaningful roles in planning their educational programs. (MD)

Presents a composite of educators' opinions regarding how law-related education (LRE) fits into the curriculum. States that LRE does not have to be seen as an additional subject for teachers to cover because it may be implemented in a variety of ways as a part of the existing social studies curriculum. (JDH)

Analyzes Dewey's and Kohlberg's theories, arguing that they failed to achieve their espoused societal goals because of their emphasis on individualism. Cites linguistic evidence for this argument and urges a renewed dialog on the progressive education heritage which will more adequately reflect the social consciousness of the best religious and civic traditions. (JDH)

Discusses the Committee on Economic Education's efforts to enhance college economics instruction and facilitate research on instruction in economics. Examines its affiliation with groups such as the Joint Council on Economic Education in promoting economics education at all levels and initiating new research programs. Summarizes important progress and problems from the previous year. (GEA)