The author considers five of the most prevalent faults attributed to the process of teacher evaluation by principals and some criticisms resulting from an analysis of those faults. Twenty-five suggestions for improvements in the evaluation process and some examples of inappropriate comments made by principals are given. (Author/RK)

If content area teachers are to be effective in the teaching of reading skills, they must possess sound and positive attitudes toward reading instruction. Data indicate that there were differences in attitude among secondary teachers who taught English, history, and mathematics. (Author/RK)

The author believes that pious rhetoric (placing the blame for all problems on public education) must stop, and that we must all pull together in supporting public education. He identifies nine areas of need in public education which, if recognized and addressed, will prevent the depletion of our human resources. (KC)

There are five phases in the development of accommodative behavior between teaching and administrative personnel, from the initial stage of teachers organizing into a bargaining unit through the final stage marked by high levels of both individual and organizational cooperation in administrative decision making. (Author/SJL)

A program has been started at Hillcrest High School in Queens County, New York City, that is the first step in attempting to develop an organized course of study for future physicians. It eventually would provide pre-medical training from the ninth grade through university pre-medical schooling, medical school, internship, and community practice.…

Provides teachers at the high school and elementary levels with some description of actual experiences--both good and bad--that helped to create the students' attitudes about reading. (Author/RK)

Discusses the "Ingraham v. Wright" Supreme Court action, its meaning for students and teachers, and what the state's reaction to the case is. (RK)

By examining some of the recent changes in adolescents and in school environment, some insights into desirable methods for coping with discipline problems may be gained. (Author/RK)

Reports on high schools' efforts to break the academic failure cycle and prevent drop-outs. Describes and reports the outcomes of the peer tutoring/mentoring pilot program developed as part of a major collaborative effort between the City University of New York and the New York City Board of Education. (JK)

Reports on seven findings of a study concerning the factors in maintaining a dynamic teaching career. Compares a study concerning successful business executives and concludes that success is attributed to attitudes rather than skills. (JK)

Discusses why listening is important in school communication. Provides an overview of common barriers to effective listening and a synthesis of what can be done to improve listening skills. (SRT)

Recommends having students watch videotaped recordings of satellite transmissions of foreign television programs to enhance their acquisition of a foreign language. (JC)

Suggests that if the quality of education and the school environment are going to improve, more attention must be paid to developing leadership skills in administrators and school principals. (JC)

Discusses the cases for and against merit pay for teachers and concludes that the number of failures in using merit pay far outweigh the successes. (JC)

Outlines a collaboration for school improvement between Cape Girardeau Public Schools and Southeast Missouri State University. Asserts that the development of closer working relationships among universities, colleges, and local schools can promote a supportive environment for all and expand each faculty's experience, knowledge, and skill in…