This article describes typical activities in a Gifted Bilingual Class, part of the state-funded Union City (New Jersey) Bilingual Program for students who are academically gifted in their native language, but limited in English proficiency. Some student identification and instructional procedures are noted. (SJL)

Offers categories, such as management of class time and use of practice and play, which can be used in observing the instructional performance of physical education teachers. A rating form is included. (SJL)

Describes a year-long, technically-oriented photography/film course developed by the authors for the Newton (Massachusetts) Public Schools. Lists some of the program's objectives, discusses problems of working with chemicals and providing darkroom space, and emphasizes the program's motivational effects. (SJL)

The author describes how he has integrated a TRS-80 microcomputer into his second-grade classroom as a tutor, an enrichment resource, and a recordkeeping tool. He outlines some of the benefits this microcomputer has brought to his students and himself. (SJL)

Describes a filing system used to get students to turn assignments in on time. Folders are kept for each student listing class assignments, whether the students had done the assignments, their grades, and their attendance records. As the files were accessible to the students, responsibility was placed directly on them. (PJM)

The author outlines a process, suitable to any grade level or subject, for forming small instructional groups for mastery learning. (SJL)

Describes research testing the hypothesis that complex technologies (or teaching methods) generate more complex organizational structures. Uses two sets of longitudinal data from San Francisco elementary schools. (CK)

Focuses on different kinds of school and classroom organization for teaching reading at the preschool and primary levels. (AEA)

Responds to criticisms of his article, "Unmasking the Face of Narcissism," recognizing a difference between "positive narcissism," or mastering one's own reality, and "negative narcissism." Suggests the Copernican Model, involving longer class periods and fewer major courses, as a means of incorporating analyses of…

Demonstrates two projects used to create a connected classroom. Acting as a facilitator rather than an authority, the instructor encourages students to use their own experiences and ideas. Data show these strategies lead to more student involvement and higher course ratings. (Author/NL)

Effective class management in elementary physical education makes instructional time more efficient. Class management skills can be enhanced by concentrating on attention management, behavior management, and organizational techniques. Techniques for improving skills in these three areas are outlined. (IAH)

Describes the use of a biology guidebook which contains a course outline, syllabus, reading list, handouts, and sample tests all bound together in booklet form for better organization and teacher effectiveness. (RT)

A former elementary school teacher shares suggestions for decorating a classroom on a low budget. The article includes tips for decorating bulletin boards and keeping them up-to-date, organizing workspaces and storing materials, and creating appropriate seating arrangements. (SM)

Describes techniques for using computer-assisted instruction to help students of various ages and needs develop job-related skills. Topics addressed include classroom organization, beginning skills, shopping simulations, other simulations, deciphering signs, social skills, writing activities, and followup. (MES)

Asks whether the common practice that has been termed "Circle Time" and its variations are a useful classroom practice. Analyzes the ways teachers employ circle time. Critiques the practice of circle time. Argues that the quality of learning is dependent on the quality of reflection by teachers concerning their practice, not on gimmicks.…