Examines the status of the educator of French language teachers on the elementary level in France. (AM)

Discusses classroom discipline and presents suggestions on how teachers can become more assertive in their classrooms. (CM)

Proposes that preservice elementary education majors encounter five hurdles as they experience their science methods course: (1) reservations and hesitations or the anxiety stage; (2) awareness/enjoyment stage; (3) intrinsic shift; (4) rapid building of self confidence and self efficacy; and (5) empowerment. (MVL)

Looks at the history of library services for children and the establishment of libraries in schools. Discusses the future of collaboration between teachers and librarians. (MG)

Presents a commentary, based upon a speech given at the 1994 Annual International Reading Association Convention in Toronto to potential writers for the journal "The Reading Teacher." Explores why it is important for teachers to write. (SR)

Verifies the presence of women's voices in the formation of industrial arts and suggests why they are missing from the historical record. Explores postmodern and feminist literature to discuss reasons and suggestions for future directions. (JOW)

A rural elementary teacher describes how much she relied on the mentoring of older teachers. (JOW)

Public school teachers are careful not to promote or celebrate any religious holiday, but the appearance of Easter on the calendar can be the springboard for exploring the culture and history of the people of a region of the world that was, for many years, hidden by the politics of the Cold War. Ukraine is the home of arguably the world's most…

This brief article describes one teacher's experience moving to a new school and the lessons learned from that experience. It touches upon: finding a sense of belonging as a new, yet experienced teacher; creating a balance; and the moment of breakthrough.

Integrated learning is an exciting adventure for both teachers and students. It is not uncommon to observe the integration of academic subjects such as math, science, and language arts. However, educators need to recognize that movement experiences in physical education also can be linked to academic curricula and, may even lead the…

A case for strong academic preparation of elementary teachers is argued. Appropriate majors for primary and intermediate grade teachers are suggested. (MT)

Twenty-two mathematics educators were asked to list the ten most important books for a classroom teacher of elementary school mathematics to read. One hundred fifteen books are listed; 11 titles were named five or more times. (MNS)

Discusses identity as the development of functional and intellectual independence and as an involvement in such aspects of life as intimacy, sexuality, and vocation that give one a sense of belonging to the world. Suggests that establishing identity is an on-going process. Describes the Montessori professional's identity as director or directress,…

Teacher licensing, accreditation, and advanced certification must be fully developed, strengthened, and supported as in other professions. Some alternative approaches are less rigorous shortcuts that do not ensure effectiveness. (SK)

This document is an account of the authors' experience as principal for a day at an elementary school in his hometown. This experience cause the writer to reflect on what it meant to be a teacher.