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Kington, Raynard S. – Liberal Education, 2019
With the future leaders of the nation at our campuses, we must question the notion that opposition is the only option for problem solving and effecting change. While protest and opposition are appropriate in some situations, there are often other methods through which students can learn and engage as informed, passionate citizens of whatever…
Descriptors: Social Change, Change Strategies, College Role, Student Participation
Rogal, Margaret – Teaching Theatre, 1996
Recounts how an Iowa junior high school improv company (called "Pressure Points") tackles tough issues, educating their audiences about the dangers of alcohol and drugs; the effects of divorce; the realities of AIDS, rape, and suicide; and about the difficulties of growing up in a risk-filled world. Describes the troupe's work methods,…
Descriptors: Creative Dramatics, Experiential Learning, Group Experience, Improvisation
Kelley, Verne R.; And Others
In an effort to prove that mental health services can be lay administered, a training program was implemented in the rural areas of Cedar County (October 1972-April 1973) and Iowa County, Iowa (October 1973-May 1974). Recruited via personal or telephone contact, 20 trainees were selected who demonstrated they: were good listeners; did not impose…
Descriptors: Communication Skills, Criteria, Evaluation Methods, Interpersonal Relationship