Discusses the dissatisfaction of teachers with using computers in the classroom and argues that the problem is not the computers themselves, but rather the deplorable state of educational software. (SRT)

Many teachers think too little about the role of the library media specialist in their professional lives, and because of this oversight they underutilize this great resource. This article explains the top ten reasons why teachers should work with their library media specialists: (1) Improving test scores and enhancing student academic…

Discusses the Philosophy for Childen program, which uses specially written novels to teach philosophical concepts. Advises teachers to create their own lessons for philosophical study. (FL)

Reprints an article originally published in 1930. Argues that 20th-century youth should be taught using 20th-century teaching methods. Discusses the use of the stereograph, the stereopticon slide, the motion picture, and the radio in the classroom. (RS)

Describes how unit resource notebooks are assembled and used by practicing teachers as a means of organizing resource materials and lesson plans. Outlines numerous sections or components of such resource notebooks. (HB)

Argues that a school or district's ability to create effective learning conditions depends in large part on the extent to which policies exist to ensure that certain crucial principles are followed. Lists and discusses six policies to be considered by educators attempting to improve the quality of their programs. (FL)

Summarizes the constitutional basis for separation of church and state as it relates to litigation concerning religion and public schools. Discusses prayer and Bible reading, the minute of silence, posting and distribution of religious materials, and evolution and creationism. Provides a summary and general guidelines for using religious…

This article presents a rationale for using newspaper comics and cartoons as instructional materials to foster language skills, career skills, values clarification, and critical thinking. It provides ideas for creating games and learning activity packages (LAPs) based on comic strips. (SJL)