In November 1997, one hundred forty researchers, administrators, and other interested in the support of nonpublic schools gathered at the University of Dayton to develop a research agenda for American private education. Under the able direction of Dr. Tom Hunt of the University of Dayton, the assembled educators responded to presentations by a…

This article discusses the nature of innovations in the educational community and how educational changes are made. Recent research documents ongoing change with new innovations coming and going with little or no concern for their efficacy or importance. The article describes some of the possible reasons why education goes through fairly continual…

Describes a taxonomy of nearly 80 teaching strategies under eight categories. Suggests that it may serve as a useful reference for teachers and researchers as well as an effective instrument for administrators who want to help teachers broaden their repertory of instructional strategies. Contains 25 references. (JDI)

The Education and Human Resources (EHR) Directorate at the National Science Foundation has been examining its role in supporting the development of new approaches to science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) education. This article explores what it means to be scientifically literate, what it takes to become a learning organization,…

Contains six firsthand reports from a group of professionals who have attempted to combine research and practice by promoting reflection as a way for teachers to direct their own professional development. Discussions include information on the processes of reflection that were engaged in, and the impact of that reflection. (JS)