Education & Pedagogy

Results are summarized of a questionnaire, completed for 48 of the 50 United States, concerning multicultural education. (New Mexico and Virginia are not included.) Questions include: the existence of a state-level program; a responsible person; multicultural certification requirements; and screening of textbooks and curriculum for racism or sexism. (GDC)

In his article, "Creativity: A Divergent Point of View" (Journal of Aesthetic Education, Summer 1983), Symes presents an adequate product analysis of art and an adequate enough process analysis; however, his resulting theory of creativity is incomplete and potentially misleading. Ramifications for education are discussed. (RM)

The origins and meaning of dependency are examined, how the dependency approach as an analytical tool can be used to advance research in comparative education is illustrated, and two issues raised by the critics of dependency--the issues of reproduction and of conspiracy--are discussed. (RM)

Reviews literature on distance education systems in Latin America and suggests the British Open University distance education model may not be appropriate for Latin America. Alternative distance education systems models currently being utilized in Latin America are described: consortium approach, privatization of distance teaching universities, and distance teaching within conventional universities. (MBR)

The measured results of one community college's experience with cooperative education suggest that incorporating productive work experience into classroom-based curricula can achieve excellence and equality of opportunity, offering opportunities for disadvantaged students without compromising academic integrity. (MSE)

A Teacher Education Program in Curriculum Studies, introduced recently in teacher education institutions in Israel, is described. The reasons for the program, including findings of a survey of curriculum studies in Israeli schools of education are given. A preliminary report on teacher reactions to the program is presented. (Author/MT)

Reviews conclusions and resolutions adopted by recent meetings of industrial committees of the International Labour Office. Topics include teaching workers to reason, training for individual development, education and training as part of social philosophy, exchanges between industry and training institutions, and many others. (CH)

Results of a survey of 130 mothers of school children in grades 6, 9 and 12 in Ontario, Canada, found most supported the teaching of sex education but were divided about which values should be taught. The strongest variable related both to attitudes and values in sex education was premarital sexual attitudes. (Author/BL)

This report contains selected findings from a research project that investigated field experiences in industrial technology education. Funded by the Texas Education Agency, the project addressed the identification of characteristics of a model field experience in industrial technology education. This was accomplished using the Delphi technique. (Author/CT)

Describes a project aimed at developing an understanding of industry in students. Includes a description of the historical development of the project, its basic organizational and pedagogical principles, and its current areas of interest. Provides examples of school-industry learning experiences. (TW)

Presents a listing of resources of English language publications concerning science education in Japan. Consists of a section on science and engineering education and a three part section addressing the context for science education in Japan. Included are listings of publications, descriptive reports, and studies of schools. (ML)

The results of teacher effectiveness research in general education are summarized, the best practices in special education are hypothesized, and the discrepancies between prevailing and actual practices are discussed. Areas for future research are suggested based on discrepancies that exist between levels of current practice. (Author/CB)

The paper presents a framework for studying the use of computers in special education. The framework consists of two dimensions, one describing the service delivery areas that comprise special education and the other, general questions concerning educational innovation. Examples of the framework's application are offered. (Author/DB)

The content and structure of teacher education are examined in light of proposed educational reform as outlined in recent national reports. The need to reconceptualize the preparation of teachers of the mildly handicapped as a response to current efforts to improve the preparation of general classroom teachers is addressed. (Author)

The article examines the need for bilingual educators, the reasons why few individuals choose to become bilingual special education teachers and the types of bilingual special education graduate training programs which are currently available. (DB)