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Saxl, Ellen R.; Robinson, Jennifer J. – 1987
Evaluation of the professional role of teacher specialists in New York City (New York) Teacher Centers was conducted through use of an innovative case study approach. Three research/evaluation questions were considered: (1) what services were being delivered? (2) what impact these services have at individual teacher, school, and…
Descriptors: Case Studies, Educational Cooperation, Educational Research, Elementary Secondary Education
Mayer, Robert – 1985
This paper reviews significant literature on teachers' beliefs, offers support for the contention that current research is moving in a more utilitarian direction than in the past, and argues that continuing research into teachers' beliefs could be useful in improving teaching practice. The review focuses on five areas: (1) the different ways that…
Descriptors: Beliefs, Elementary Secondary Education, Inservice Teacher Education, Interviews
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Leach, David J. – Journal of Educational Administration, 1984
After summarizing research into the sources and correlates of teacher stress, this article defines and proposes a model of work-related stress in school, incorporating current concepts and research findings. Strategies for coping with the buildup of environmental stressors are developed for application at various administrative levels within the…
Descriptors: Administrator Role, Coping, Elementary Secondary Education, Institutional Environment
Csikszentmihalyi, Mihaly; McCormack, Jane – Phi Delta Kappan, 1986
Educating youth about the goals of the social/cultural system in which we live is largely the responsibility of teachers. Enthusiastic and dedicated teachers are able to transform the classroom into a place where the values, habits, and patterns of behavior that are a part of this culture are passed on to the future generation. (MD)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Classroom Communication, Culture, Elementary Secondary Education
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Benjamin, Ludy T., Jr.; And Others – Teaching of Psychology, 1984
A review of 33 research studies which examined issues surrounding answer-changing behavior on objective tests indicated that (1) the majority of answer changes are from incorrect to correct, (2) most students who change their answers improve their test scores, and (3) most test-takers change answers. Future research needs are discussed. (RM)
Descriptors: Educational Research, Elementary Secondary Education, Guessing (Tests), Higher Education
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Applebaum, Barbara – Journal of Moral Education, 1996
Argues that too often, multiculturalism is viewed as a passive method of disengagement from moral and ethical issues. Defines true multiculturalism as incorporating tolerance and respect into active examination and exploration of cultural and moral issues. Describes several situations that require this approach. (MJP)
Descriptors: Cross Cultural Training, Cultural Pluralism, Educational Improvement, Educational Practices
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Kerr, Stephen T. – Educational Researcher, 1990
Discusses the impact of glasnost and perestroika on Soviet educational reform. Reviews trends in the following areas: (1) the form and content of education; (2) the role of teachers; (3) the structure and mission of educational research; and (4) the effects of political movements on the educational system. (FMW)
Descriptors: Educational Change, Educational History, Educational Research, Educational Trends
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Boyle-Baise, Marilynne – Theory and Research in Social Education, 1995
Attempts to broaden the theoretical base and practical applications of multicultural education by examining the contributions of European American educators to the process. Advocates members of the dominant culture using their own lives as starting points for studying how that culture is maintained. (MJP)
Descriptors: Activism, Cultural Awareness, Cultural Pluralism, Curriculum Development
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Clark, Gilbert; Zimmerman, Enid – Journal of Art and Design Education, 1994
Summarizes five research projects concerned with the education of artistically talented students. Projects include interviews, surveys, case studies, comparative studies, and a drawing ability test. Concludes with a look at future directions for research. (MJP)
Descriptors: Adolescent Development, Advanced Courses, Art Education, Case Studies
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Quicke, John – Westminster Studies in Education, 1994
Maintains that most educational institutions still treat students as dependent children and teach largely irrelevant material. Argues for a broader philosophical examination of the teacher/student roles. Concludes that the juxtaposition of autonomy and dependence, especially with older students may require more subtlety than schools possess. (MJP)
Descriptors: Cultural Differences, Democratic Values, Developmental Stages, Elementary Secondary Education
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Haffenden, Ian; And Others – British Educational Research Journal, 1992
Reports on the structure and methodology of a British project investigating the impact and implications of competence-led curricula in further education. Outlines the alternative dissemination strategies, research methodology, and management approach used. Concludes that the teacher as researcher approach needs to be applied more explicitly in the…
Descriptors: Competency Based Education, Curriculum Design, Educational Administration, Educational Research
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Swatton, Peter – British Educational Research Journal, 1992
Examines children's ability to formulate testable hypotheses, both from a theoretical viewpoint and from results of a British study of responses to an assessment instrument. Addresses implications for science education and difficulties in judging whether a child has demonstrated the skill. Concludes that evidence presented by teachers about…
Descriptors: Academic Ability, Elementary Education, Foreign Countries, Hypothesis Testing
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Bennett, Christine; Spalding, Elizabeth – Theory and Research in Social Education, 1992
Presents a study analyzing the relationship between preservice teachers' perspectives of their role and how they teach social studies. Identifies seven perspectives: scholar psychologist, friendly scholar, inculcator, facilitator of thinking and lifelong learning, friendly pedagogue, empowerer, and nurturer. Concludes that multiple approaches to…
Descriptors: Career Change, Educational Research, Elementary Secondary Education, Preservice Teacher Education
Elmore, Richard F.; And Others – 1990
This book is designed to help policymakers, educators, and researchers develop a deeper understanding of the issues of school restructuring and to give greater conceptual clarity to the terms of the current debate. The chapters of the book contain forum papers that are organized into two main parts. Following chapter 1, "Introduction: On Changing…
Descriptors: Administrative Policy, Administrator Role, Educational Change, Educational Policy
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Mettetal, Gwynn; And Others – 1995
An Undergraduate Research Fund (URF) at Indiana University South Bend that has supported over 100 projects and distributed over $25,000 to students since 1989 has yielded several lessons regarding the program's success. URF not only funded student projects but provided small grants to faculty mentors who encouraged and worked with students. Three…
Descriptors: College Faculty, College Students, Grants, Higher Education
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