Education & Pedagogy

Study investigated changes in urban Alberta high school student plans/aspirations between 1969 (12,951)/1982 (2,285 students). Analyzing boys and girls separately indicated more 1981 girls planned postsecondary education. More 1981 students planned postsecondary education, but schools placed fewer students in college preparation programs in 1981 than in 1969. (MH)

Notes that teacher education programs have a blind spot where drama is concerned. Comments on Paideia Proposal suggestions regarding drama teaching and student participation. Discusses role of imaginative play in child development and role of drama in integration of knowledge, integration of emotions, and release of expression in all arts. (MH)

During the 1950s-60s, a "people as clay" metaphor undergirded the most widely accepted English-language, predominantly North American writings on education for Third World development. Writings based on "people as growing plants" challenged the earlier writings from the late 1960s-late 1970s. Late 1970s developments have helped to blunt this challenge. (BRR)

Recommendations of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe (33rd ordinary session) concerning minority languages and dialects in Western Europe are outlined. One recommendation is that governments adopt the policies of educating preschool children in their own dialects and of bilingual instruction from primary through higher education. (RM)

Presents a historical review of Nigerian library education and discusses prospects and problems for future library education based on responses to a questionnaire by Nigerian library school heads. Results indicate existing schools will expand, but there may be problems with system planning, funding, textbooks, staffing, research facilities, and continuing education programs. (Author/MBR)

Describes a ten step program used to implement computer education in the Rochester, Minnesota public schools. The ten steps are: (1) needs assessment; (2) statement of philosophy; (3) board policies; (4) administrative procedures; (5) learner goals; (6) instructional priorities; (7) equipment needs; (8) preparation of bid specifications; (9) integration; and (10) evaluation design. (JM)

Compares and contrasts the composition of the Carnegie Task Force and the Holmes Group, their reports on teacher education, and their effect on the reform movement. Both groups recommend abolishing undergraduate degrees in education, raising teachers' salaries, increasing the number of minority teachers, and other improvements in the teaching profession. (IW)

Outlines the philosophy, organization, and achievements of an Indian-controlled program that prepares Indian people to teach in both mainstream and Indian settings. Topics include admission policies, community-based field centers that provide the first two years of post-secondary education, program components (Indian studies, education courses, and practices), and achievements of graduates. (JHZ)

Documentation, satisfaction, and student performance data collected during 1984-85 from students and teachers were used to evaluate the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill graduate teacher training program in special education. Findings resulted in changes in course content, required courses, required course products, and student teaching assignments. (CB)

African-American students are beginning to make significant educational strides as measured by tests like the Scholastic Aptitude Test. Stereotypes of race and racism in the United States are exploding, and African Americans must continue to demand universal quality education. The role of Howard University in making this happen is explored. (SLD)

Describes a course for graduate science education students in the history, philosophy, and nature of science. Topics addressed include the course motivation and evolution; aims, topics, and goals; organization and instructional methodology; a reading list; projects; and grading and evaluation. (PR)

Describes a two-year program developed at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University to address the need for improvement in physics and physical science teaching in Virginia, West Virginia, and Tennessee. Discusses participant selection procedures, program evaluation, program impact, and participant developed teaching materials and equipment. Course descriptions are appended. (MDH)

Aspects of physical education teacher education that 12 participants reported were instrumental in developing understanding of and commitment to a movement approach (constructivist and developmental approach) are described. Coursework gave students a broader context for interpreting field experiences, whereas learning through doing exemplified and integrated theory learned at the university. (SLD)

This issue is devoted to a monograph. Topics are teachers' perspectives; beliefs about teaching during preservice training; research use in practice; induction of physical educators; life histories of physical educators; linking educators, knowledge, and quality; the reciprocal nature of organizational structures and identity; faculty consensus concerning teacher education; and perspectives on socialization research. (SM)

Because the growth of health and social service professionals in schools has implications for schools, teachers, and teacher education, coordination and collaboration among these professions should be improved. Modifications which reflect the need for knowledge and understanding of human services that affect at-risk students are needed in teacher education programs. (IAH)