Examines how one secondary school department of English came together to work on poetry instruction with its contributing primary schools. Outlines the educational and organizational challenges involved in such a program. Supports attempts to work toward curriculum continuity between schools. (HB)

Considers the relationship between early childhood education and the public schools, including the "developmental" versus "academic" debate, the role of kindergarten, and the influence of developmental psychology on early childhood education. Maintains that a sense of separateness from public schools is a detriment for those involved in early…

The view that fundamental changes in the educational system are necessary for successful restructuring is reflected in this collection of papers. The first five papers set the context for restructuring design by presenting rationales, models, and definitions. The next three papers focus on educational design processes, and the following two papers…