Argues that the problem of deficiency in cultural literacy addressed by E. D. Hirsch can be solved by combining the two areas of writing skills and literary interpretation in the English classroom. (SR)

Offers an approach to teaching human sexuality that emphasizes the development and functioning of the moral imagination. (SR)

Claims that the use of literary works, particularly short stories, can be very effective for the teaching of history. Describes how short stories can be used instructionally by history teachers. Gives examples of how two particular stories were used. (HB)

Describes an activity in which students and library aides made bookmarks with quotations on them. Notes that students enjoyed looking up quotations and making the bookmarks, and library patrons enjoyed reading through the bookmarks before choosing one. (RS)

Discusses the definition and relevance of the concept of equity education. Argues that three disparities exist in society that affect attempts to provide equity. Suggests strategies for fostering equity education. (HB)

Describes the sound study habits to be developed by all successful students. Provides a study guide aimed at improving student study skills. Lists and explains numerous skills that can be taught and developed. (HB)

Reports on a survey of elementary and secondary educators regarding current burn-out levels as well as individual and organizational burn-out interventions. Finds that most of the educators felt that they were not treating students and colleagues in a depersonalized manner and that they derived a sense of accomplishment from their work. (SR)

Examines Carl Jung's concept of the "persona" (his term for the masks people wear). Notes how teachers use personae and suggests ways to restore the energy that teachers lose when hiding inside their personae. (SR)

Discusses outcome-based education (OBE): what it is, its underlying beliefs, why schools should change to it, objections to it, needs it can fulfill, and how it begins. (SR)

Relates the experience of the author as a young man struggling to write a chapter of his dissertation called "Why Teach Poetry?". Notes that poet Louis Ginsberg (father of poet Allen Ginsberg) provided him with a two-paragraph answer, as meaningful and pertinent now as it was 50 years ago. (SR)

Uses Monty Python's 1970s comical vignette, "The Spanish Inquisition Sketch," as a metaphor for the process educators experience as they encounter each new curriculum-reform effort. (SR)

Advocates students being allowed to regain control of what and how they learn. Proposes use of a new teaching tool in the curriculum design process: the "learning profile," a list of a young students' learning needs, interests, and inclinations. Describes types and formats of learning profiles; their justification; prerequisites for creating…

Argues that physical educators must reevaluate their sports-focused approach, which sometimes provides only two minutes of movement (on average per student) in an hour-long class of softball. Maintains that every lesson plan should include a fitness element (walking, jogging, circuit training). (SR)

Argues that a curriculum with art as a foundation and theoretical base (1) questions the everyday, especially the conventional; (2) helps educators look at the world from a multitude of perspectives; (3) helps individuals discover the depth of their experiences; and (4) teaches students to think, feel, and actively engage the world around them.…

Discusses different views and understandings of science assessment among stakeholders (policy makers, psychometricians, school administrators, parents, teachers, and students). Looks at science testing and assessment from the 1950s to the late 1990s. Considers high stakes testing. Argues that more authentic and appropriate forms of assessment,…