Outlines ways the school improvement movement has been dominated by the ideal of self-actualization. Presents an alternative strategy for school improvement involving a developmental orientation in which the power to make changes is transferred to the schools and the teachers themselves. (Author/MD)

Where achievement level is the basis of assignment to classes, the relationship between self-concept and achievement is more manifest between classes than within classes. The present research demonstrated that the grouping practice employed may have a substantial influence on the student's self-concept. (Author)

Advocates a vision of social studies that includes the contributions, perspectives, and experiences of women. Proposes focusing on personal narratives as a simple and effective method for accomplishing this. Outlines a model unit of study for a grade four social studies class. (MJP)

Argues that social studies classrooms should provide a safe environment for both young women and men to practice managing social conflict. Maintains that feminist approaches to citizenship education can inform discussions examining the complex problems and power relationships that make up society. (MJP)