Offers brief summaries of contributions made by several of Christopher Columbus's contemporaries, including Nicholas Cusa, Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo Buonarroti, Nicholas Copernicus, Johannes Gutenberg, Sir Thomas More, Desiderius Erasmus, and John Colet. Urges modern Catholic educators to learn from these risk takers and visionaries. (DMM)

Describes how coordinators/directors of religious education (DREs) have changed with respect to their characteristics and functions since 1970. Concludes with three future challenges for DREs: maintaining professionalism, developing curriculum, and using the K-12 parish structure. (LWL)

Narrates the ninety years of leadership involved in the Department of Chief Administrators of Catholic Education (CACE). Outlines the historical development and various leaders of CACE in three parts: section period from 1908-1935, department period from 1936-1971, and CACE period from 1972-present. (VWC)

Reviews the legal ramifications of the U.S. Copyright Act of 1976 for instructors and librarians, offering specific guidelines about fair use of films and videotapes. (DMM)

Assesses the current status of catechesis and religious education in Australian Catholic schools and parishes. Notes recent efforts and offers suggestions for improving religious education in those settings. (DMM)

Explores how learning policies can enhance efforts to implement the Catholic bishops' peace pastoral. Focuses on balance between conscience and authority, resolution of conflict, and education stressing the importance of the person. (LAL)

In this interview on her retirement from the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA), Sister Kathleen Short discusses her life and her views of the future of Catholic education. (SJL)

Traces changes in the content and instructional methods of catechesis from the early centuries of Christianity, when the focus was on evangelization, to the twentieth century. Reviews the influences of developmental psychology and social consciousness on modern catechetical renewal. Considers the educational needs of the twenty-first century. (DMM)

Addresses constitutional issues of political activity by religious organizations and the "accommodation" of religion by the government. Reports that tax-exempt status places a stricture against political lobbying and prohibits endorsement of political candidates. Gives recommendations to consider when pursuing an activity that might seem…

Describes the steps being taken in the revision process of the Assessment of Catholic Religious Education (ACRE): revising the ACRE Religious Knowledge Section, development of score report forms, and program management. States that the main purpose of the revision is to support the teaching and learning environment in Catholic schools. (CJW)

Discusses the problems experienced at home by many children around the world. Shares the guidance of bishops as found in "Putting Children and Family First," a document prepared by committees of the United States Catholic Conference, and offers parents, educators, and catechists practical suggestions for implementing this strategy and improving…

Presents a tribute to the late Bishop Francis W. Howard for his many contributions to Catholic education. Presents insights into his character: his desire to spread the Catholic faith through Catholic education, his priestly involvements, his keen social awareness, and his work with the National Catholic Educational Association. (VWC)

Defines socialization and its three stages. Looks closely at the process of organizational socialization, focusing on the reciprocal nature of socialization, the process of cultural learning, factors influencing institutional identification, and research needs. Considers ways in which organizational socialization can benefit Catholic educators.…

Recognizes the contributions of Catholic schools to the educational system in the United States and the excellence in education provided by these institutions. (DMM)

Uses the Archdiocese of New York to illustrate the Catholic Church's successes and failures in religious education. Discusses the archdiocese's efforts to reduce widespread ignorance of the teachings of the Second Vatican Council, including a community needs assessment and a weekend Synod. Highlights religious education needs. (DMM)