Examines family research and its cultural setting in 1937, then reports on changes and commonalities in research topics, research methods, and use of theory from 1937 through 1987. Offers general evaluations of current research and suggestions for changes that might increase productivity of family research. (Author)

Focuses on the educational theories and practices of John Dewey and their reception in England between 1895 and 1939. Adopting Quentin Skinner's approach to the definition of influence, prevailing accounts of Dewey's impact on the English educational system are found to be misleading. Presents an alternative account which minimizes Dewey's role.…

Historicizes the reception of the term "Platonist" and "sophist." Argues that the separate commentaries of three neo-Platonists reflects a collectively held valuation of sophistry. Considers how these elaborations in turn become explicitly rejected by Augustine. Situates the transmission and developments of sophistry,…

Argues for the pluralistic bent of rhetoric. Notes that, whether rhetoric is taken as theory, practice, or pedagogy, as communication of one to many or as intertextuality, pluralism is the matrix in which rhetoricians twist and turn trying to make sense. (RS)

Surveys the research of scientists like Joule, Kelvin, Maxwell, Clausius, and Boltzmann as it comments on the basic conceptual issues involved in the development of a more precise kinetic theory and the idea of a kinetic atom. (Author/SK)

This paper discusses the life, theories, and therapeutic techniques of psychotherapist, Viktor E. Frankl. A brief biography of Frankl is included discussing the relationship of his early experiences as a physician to his theory of personality. Frankl's theory focusing on man's need for meaning and emphasizing the spiritual dimension in each human…

Indicates that although Newton's achievements were rooted in an atomistic theory of matter resembling aspects of modern nuclear physics, Dalton developed his chemical atomism on the basis of the character of the gross behavior of substances rather than their particulate nature. (Author/SK)

Reviews seven historical periods which characterize the development of counseling psychology as a profession. Within each period central professional issues, organized activities, theoretical developments, and research advancements are discussed. The societal context of each period is reviewed to examine social and economic forces on the…

Traces the evolution of the theoretical foundations of the field of educational technology through the literature published between 1970 and the present. Thirty-three references are listed. (LLS)

Recounts life and professional contributions of Rene A. Ruiz, including his trailblazing work on Hispanic issues in counseling and psychology which places him among the true pioneers in the field. Reviews his career as a counselor, teacher, writer, and researcher. (Author/ABL)

Shows how sophistic rhetoric can be, and has been, understood as a plausible result of relative and nihilistic attitudes toward the possibility of knowledge. Provides an overview of Sextus Empiricus' pyrrhonean or practical skepticism to show how it resembles sophism and rejects rhetoric. Suggests that the relative and negative epistemologies are…

Reviews five major objections that have been lodged against the systems view. Pursues two further objections, which may be instrumental as reversal points for rehabilitating the systems approach. Argues for a radically revised view of systems that could have a significant impact on historical scholarship and pedagogy in rhetoric. (RS)

Provides historical review of theory development in the field of dual diagnosis, defined as co-occurrence of mental health disorders with mental retardation. Noting that current etiological theories have practical implications for treatment and prevention of dual diagnosis, discusses current status of etiological theories and future directions for…

Focusing on history of physics, which began about 600 B.C. with the Ionian Greeks and reaching full development within three centuries, suggests that the creation of the concept of the atom is understandable within the context of Greek physical theory; so is the rejection of the atomic theory by the Greek physicists. (Author/SK)

Explores the nature of complete education as it was conceived and practiced by adherents of French classical anarchist pedagogy. Notes conflict between freedom and authority in their conceptualization. Argues that consciousness of actions rather than the economic and social products of those actions was what made practice contributory to…