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Burns, Anne; Joyce, Helen – 1997
This introductory text is designed to prepare teachers of English as a Second Language to teach speech skills. The first three chapters explore general issues in relation to spoken language and speech instruction. The first chapter examines the nature of spoken language, and why and how we learn our native language. The second focuses on…
Descriptors: Adult Education, Classroom Techniques, Diagnostic Tests, English (Second Language)
Beamon, Glenda Ward – 1997
Each of the seven chapters in this guide presents current research with practical applications for the middle-level teacher and integrates these instructional approaches with the developmental needs of the young adolescent. After a foreword by David H. Reilly, chapter 1 provides a general overview of current cognitive research and its…
Descriptors: Classroom Techniques, Cognitive Development, Early Adolescents, Educational Strategies
Bird, Viv; Akerman, Rodie – National Literacy Trust, 2005
According to a recent study by the Centre for Analysis of Social Exclusion (CASE) at the London School of Economics, poverty and social exclusion have been taken very seriously by this Government, resulting in high-profile targets, new policies and funding streams. Social exclusion was recognised to consist of multi-faceted and interlinked…
Descriptors: Family Literacy, Reading Skills, Economically Disadvantaged, Emergent Literacy

della Porta, Donatella – International Social Science Journal, 1996
Argues that the development of political corruption brings about important changes in the political system and in the characteristics of the political class. Describes the emergence and activities of a group of "business politicians" in Italy who have transformed political parties into socializing agencies for illicit activities. (MJP)
Descriptors: Antisocial Behavior, Civics, Conflict of Interest, Crime

Rose-Ackerman, Susan – International Social Science Journal, 1996
Defines "grand" corruption as that occurring at the higher levels of a political system and involving large sums of money. Discusses the impact and incentives for this level of corruption as well as various government responses. Identifies multinational corporations as the major malefactors. (MJP)
Descriptors: Antisocial Behavior, Business Responsibility, Civics, Conflict of Interest

Giglioli, Pier Paolo – International Social Science Journal, 1996
Examines the role of the media in the social construction of the Tangentopoli affair. Originally perceived as a minor scandal involving kickbacks on a cleaning contract, Tangentopoli became a rallying cry for reform, and seriously affected the 1994 Italian elections. Includes graphical analysis of media coverage. (MJP)
Descriptors: Antisocial Behavior, Crime, Democracy, Democratic Values

Haynes, Deborah J. – Art Education, 1995
Maintains that postmodernism is a complex set of cultural and historical phenomena that is easy to discuss, but difficult to describe or to teach adequately. Outlines undergraduate and graduate seminars in art education that focused on postmodernism and the visual arts. Includes student comments about the course. (CFR)
Descriptors: Art Education, Art Products, Art Teachers, Artists
Binfet, J. T. – Moral Education Forum, 1995
Asserts that, although research on Lawrence Kohlberg's "just communities" has received much attention, descriptions of the application of this approach are limited. Describes how Kohlberg's theories are applied to sixth and seventh grade classrooms. Includes recommendations on the classroom environment, student journals, and report…
Descriptors: Classroom Environment, Classroom Techniques, Elementary Secondary Education, Ethical Instruction

Warham, Sylvia – Educational Studies, 1993
Discusses the gap between teaching theory and practice in the context of teacher education reform. Argues that radical reforms without an understanding of current issues and problems are a mistake. Concludes that a teaching competency model that situates teaching in its social context would be more appropriate. (CFR)
Descriptors: Educational Change, Educational Philosophy, Educational Policy, Educational Trends
Alberta Dept. of Education, Edmonton. Communications Branch. – 1992
This manual is designed to provide teachers with practical information to assist them as they implement the Science 10 program in their classrooms. The introduction of the Science 10 program in Alberta provides an opportunity for teachers to move out of their particular discipline of expertise and explore with their students the larger area of…
Descriptors: Concept Formation, Concept Teaching, Cooperative Learning, Educational Resources
Lems, Kristin – 1989
The manual is designed as a reference on second language teaching and curriculum development for Peace Corps language trainers and language training coordinators. The first section, on language learning theory, introduces competency-based curriculum, describes the natural approach to language learning (the approach used throughout the manual),…
Descriptors: Class Activities, Classroom Techniques, Cognitive Style, Competency Based Education
Meyers, Mary – 1993
This book introduces the latest theories about second-language acquisition and tested teaching approaches and practices for use in elementary schools. It is intended for all educators interested in adapting their skills to help recently-arrived immigrants, students born in Canada, and students for whom a lack of English skills may be delaying…
Descriptors: Acculturation, Classroom Communication, Classroom Techniques, Cooperative Learning
Jensen, Julie M., Ed. – 1984
Intended for elementary school teachers of reading and composition, this book assembles several articles on the reading/writing relationship that have appeared in 1982 and 1983 issues of the journal "Language Arts." The three sections of the book define the relationship between composing and comprehending, explore relevant research, and…
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Developmental Stages, Educational Theories, Elementary Education

Wilson, Richard, Ed. – LD Forum, 1989
This monograph summarizes recent research on the education of learning disabled students. After an introduction by the editor, individual articles include: "Teaching Listening Skills" (Linda Higbee Mandlebaum and Richard Wilson); "Study-Skills Instruction for Students with Learning Disabilities" (Deborah Gartland);…
Descriptors: Attention Deficit Disorders, Behavior Problems, Classroom Techniques, Computer Assisted Instruction
Thomson, Peter – 1986
This handbook was designed to help Australian technical, adult, and further education (TAFE) teachers, especially those in vocational education areas, to assess and evaluate students. The guide contains seven chapters, each written so it can stand alone. At the beginning of each chapter is an explanation of what is to follow and a statement of the…
Descriptors: Achievement Tests, Adult Education, College Students, Continuing Education