Different regions of the world are making increasing demands for educational reform, especially when institutions are dissatisfied with the level of proficiency of their graduates. Since the realization of how important English education is to global success, reform to English education is becoming progressively vital in societies all over the…

The chapters in this book reflect the work of science and mathematics educators who have worked for many years at the international level. As members of the International Consortium for Research in Science and Mathematics Education, their work provides readers with issues, models, practices, and research results that have applicability and…

Reports on a study of the comparative philosophies and practices of secondary teachers in schools in New York State and near Moscow, Russia. Finds that teachers have two value orientations: (1) toward the school culture; and (2) toward each person's individual values and ways of thinking. (CFR)

Advocates the systematic integration of preschool and primary education and the development of special training for teachers at that level. Outlines the goals and objectives for each year of study for this teacher education program. Discusses the child development theories inherent in the instruction. (MJP)

Explains the results of a survey given to over 1,000 students in Sakskaii Raion, the Republic of Crimea. The survey consisted of questions concerning what personal qualities the students' valued and whom would they wish to emulate. Students overwhelmingly valued intelligence and chose to emulate family members. (MJP)

Distinguishes between alternative schools (where a particular educational program is adhered to as a matter of faith) and innovative schools (where there is a constant search for better approaches). Maintains that the innovative approach has become more accepted in Russian schools, allowing teachers greater freedom and increasing their…