Faulty interpretations of the concepts of freedom, helping relationships, and purpose account for misunderstandings about humanistic education. (Author/MLF)

Adapted from the report of the Commission on the Humanities, "The Humanities in American Life" (Berkeley: University of California Press, 1980). The humanities' role in education is explored. (MLF)

The conventional school curriculum has largely ignored the local community. School-based fieldwork projects patterned after "Foxfire" can bridge the gap between classroom and community. (Author/MLF)

Last year Marian Leibowitz presented workshops in 27 states on improving instruction for gifted and talented students. In this interview she gives an overview of what she has seen in programs around the country. (Author/MLF)

Examines the legal status of demands that "scientific creationism" be taught along with evolution in biology classes. (Author)

Curriculum mapping breaks with traditional curriculum practices by revealing what is actually being taught, how long it is being taught, and the match between what is being taught and the district's testing program. (Author/MLF)

The audiovisual portfolio helps beginning teachers demonstrate qualities that might not show up in a traditional job interview. Included in the portfolio are a student teaching notebook, a slide narrative presentation, audiocassette tapes, and a videotape of lessons taught during student teaching. (Author)

Discusses a "tri-dimensional approach" to individualized instruction that is based on determination of 1) the correct level of difficulty for every student, 2) the appropriate learning behavior in a deliberately arranged environment, and 3) the appropriate teacher behavior to facilitate achievement. (JG)

Schools in two New York State counties are creating Web home pages with little money or technical expertise. Approaches to Web page construction include using commercially developed software (like Pagemaker or Claris Works); trying out downloaded shareware programs; using an online service (America Online, Prodigy, or Compuserve); and programming…

Studies show our emotional system is a complex, widely distributed, and error-prone system that defines our basic personality early in life and is quite resistant to change. This article describes our emotional system's major parts (the peptides that carry emotional information and the body and brain structures that activate and regulate emotions)…

Discusses research-based approaches for strengthening students' sense of community in school: Actively cultivate respectful, supportive relationships among students, teachers, and parents; emphasize common purposes and ideals; provide regular opportunities for service and cooperation; provide developmentally appropriate opportunities for autonomy…

Describes the aims, benefits, and challenges of service-learning programs in public schools. (PKP)

Describes the Retired and Seniors Volunteer Program, which pairs older adults with students to read books over 2 5-week cycles. Discusses benefits to both the students and the older adults. (10 references)

Describes how a California charter middle school fosters student personal and social responsibility. (PKP)

Interviews with 12 experienced, exemplary teachers in western North Carolina examines why they have stayed in teaching. Finds several common characteristics, including need for intellectual stimulation, positive feedback from students, deep sense of purpose, and strong needs for autonomy. Draws implications for teacher attrition and retention…