Describes sources of technical and emotional support that, although available to rural school counselors, are often overlooked. Resources discussed include university staff, long-term consultation, practicum students, writing articles, making presentations, neighboring counselors, state departments of education, and electronic linkages. Stresses…

Explores issues of bilingualism in the Ecuadorian Sierra, including its precedents and development. Views its impact on Indian education, especially as manifested in rural primary schools. Indicates that emphasis on modernization and education of Sierra Indians is the result of policies of recent Ecuadorian governments. Discusses problems faced by…

Almost fifty years ago, in the Cossack town of Grigoropolisskaia, Stavropol Krai, the first student production brigade was formed, a successful model on which to develop similar rural agricultural production schools throughout Russia. The student brigade constitutes a multifaceted school in which youngsters can learn how to work, govern, become…

Educational research typically overlooks the significance of the superintendent in improvement efforts. The superintendent must not only be a good manager, but must also provide leadership, direction, vision, and purpose, and must establish an atmosphere conducive to learning. Because effective communication is vital, and in order to avoid…

The educational reform movement of the past several years has forced all educators to critically examine both their current and perceived roles. The following model addresses the issues of a changing clientele, a changing society, and a changing expectation of the duties of school guidance counselors. The first requirement of a new scheduling…

Describes the National Assessment of Educational Progress Model and outlines and advocates its application in research on rural social studies. Notes its usefulness in assessment situations. Explains how the model will produce data descriptive of a target population and will permit the comparison of local and national results. (SB)

The article describes both the advantages and disadvantages of living and teaching in a remote rural area, where the teacher must function as both teacher and janitor. (SB)

Drawing on 16 years of experience as only elementary school counselor in one rural school district, author describes how school counselor faced with problems of rural settings can become more efficient at handling the workload. Explains ways rural counselors can obtain needed skills that are difficult to find close to their settings. Describes…

Proposes an alternative conceptual framework that can address students with severe disabilities in rural schools and can include a broad range of learning needs in the general education classroom. (JOW)

Children in a rural preschool in China were observed while they participated in group learning activities. Although many aspects of the preschool program did not meet standards used in developed countries, the ability of the teacher to plan and conduct large group activities was admirable, and the children displayed many positive behaviors. (BG)

This article discusses the principle of synnoetics as defined by Dr. William A. Kritsonis in the "Ways of Knowing Through the Realms of Meaning" as it chronicles the teaching career of Rhodena Townsell. Rhodena, an African American female, began her teaching career as an uncertified special education teacher in a small East Texas town.…

The role of the community college in the educational growth and development of rural America can be enhanced by (1) strengthening the bond with rural public school districts; (2) developing a rural studies curriculum; and (3) becoming a major factor in the rural development process. (MB)

Recounts the story of how a teacher in southwestern Virginia was attacked for her decision to order and teach Clyde Edgerton's "The Floatplane Notebooks," a book her class chose and voted to purchase. (TB)

Three rural district superintendents were asked to share their thoughts about managing rural school systems. Generally, rural superintendents must have wide-ranging educational interests, stay informed of current research, be actively involved in curriculum development, stretch scarce resources, and deal effectively with diverse personalities and…

Responds to an article that described research on education in a poor, remote village school in Sri Lanka, discussing the wisdom of returning to a research site after an extended absence of 12 years and noting the necessity to maintain optimism and hope when dealing with school change. (SM)