Addresses legislation related to special needs students and provides a conceptual/theoretical framework for including them in technology education classes. Discusses categories of students, individualized educational plans, modifications and accommodations, and the implications for teacher education. Contains 12 references. (JOW)

Project LINKS, a collaborative effort to support the teaching of technology education, will support a national commitment to improve education in integrated science, mathematics, and technology by engaging teachers and students to put their knowledge to work through involvement and reconstruction of what they are learning. (JOW)

Defines authentic assessment as an approach to assessment that is designed to correspond as closely as possible to real world experience. Discusses the rubric, a tool that is being used across the curriculum, and how it can be used in technology education. Rubrics are scoring devices designed to assist in clarifying, communicating, and assessing…

Describes a project that helps teachers introduce the concept of mass production in the elementary classroom. Provides instructions for the activity in which students produce "buses" made of juice containers and brown paper on an assembly line. (JOW)

Describes an activity in which students in a technology teacher education program study the transportation system of the United States and compare it to those of other countries. (JOW)

Curriculum development is a practical endeavor that is best learned in an experiential learning environment--the curriculum studio concept. Teachers entering the profession should have the fundamental skills to develop new curriculum materials for a flexible resource-based classroom. (JOW)

Technology education programs must not be so restricted as to be primarily concerned with sets of facts. They must realize the unique responsibility of fostering philosophic critics and designers of technology. They should also strive to help students with their future needs. (Author/JOW)

Discusses secondary technology education in Korea and its evolution since it was first offered in 1970. Describes the curriculum offered, the changes that have been made, and the teacher education program. (JOW)

Looks at distress signals in technology-teacher education programs (declining enrollment, curriculum stagnation, budget cuts) and suggests that faculty must work to eliminate or alleviate them. Suggests that faculty have failed to be actively involved in professional associations and research efforts concerning the need for and effectiveness of…

Describes an interdisciplinary unit on robotics that includes teaching parts of a circle, constructing and programming robots, and incorporating language arts. (JOW)

Attributes needed by model technology-education teachers include the following: a teacher (1) is a guide; (2) can work with diverse students; (3) is knowledgeable about problem solving and cooperative learning; (4) is experienced; (5) is computer literate; (6) can collaborate; and (7) enjoys working with students. (JOW)

Describes the technology education provisions of the Advanced Placement Program and the International Baccalaureate curriculum. Suggests strategies to move technology education into the college prep arena. (Author/JOW)

Provides a technology education lesson and activity based on integrated learning tied to the technology, mathematics, and science education standards. The lesson involves zoetropes, moving picture devices invented in the 1830s. (Contains 10 references.) (JOW)

The comprehensive engineering program at Madison West High School in Wisconsin includes a principles of engineering course that explores the relationship between math, science, and technology. The course is organized around the concepts, skills, and attitudes necessary for an engineering career. (JOW)

This article discusses electric motors and the many ways in which they are used. Selecting the most appropriate miniature DC electric motor wisely will contribute toward success and satisfaction in designing and building motorized projects and activities. Typical parts suppliers stock a variety of miniature DC motors and provide sufficient…