These four essays are the final papers of staff members of the Center for the Study of Liberal Education for Adults; their theme is that liberal education embodies a concern for man rather than things. James B. Whipple proposes a concept of "relational education," which aims to help the professional person relate his career to the rest of human…

AMERICAN EDUCATION MUST RECOGNIZE AND ESTEEM THE TWO-THIRDS OF THE HIGH SCHOOL POPULATION WHO ARE NOT COLLEGE BOUND. SOCIETY NEEDS AND WILL CONTINUE TO NEED SKILLED, UNSKILLED, AND SEMISKILLED CRAFTSMEN AND WORKERS. TO TRAIN THE NONACADEMIC STUDENTS FOR WORK AND TO EMPHASIZE THE DIGNITY OF LABOR, SCHOOLS SHOULD PROVIDE A VARIETY OF EDUCATIONAL…

Case material from an anthropological field study of 57 blind adults in Tel-Aviv is used to illustrate the contradictions that blind Israelis face in the current transitional period from traditional segregation and dependent roles to an indeterminate type of integration and independence. (Author/JW)

Discusses the importance of positive teacher self-concept and self-esteem, including conditions under which they flourish. Briefly highlights 16 strategies that can be used by teachers for healthy development and the promotion of positive self-esteem. (TRS)

An historical perspective on the development of interest in children's psychological rights is presented. Changing concepts of childhood, children's rights movements, and declarations of children's rights, as proposed by the United Nations, the 1970 White House Conference on Children, and the International School Psychology Committee, are…

Psychological aspects of aging, based on gerontological hypotheses and research, are presented under three headings: intellectual abilities; emotional capacities; and motor capabilities. Consequences are discussed. Well-being throughout life depends on fulfillment of fundamental human needs; existential needs for nourishment, stimulation, rest,…

Discusses confusion about the meaning of human rights in the United States. Suggests that welfare rights usurp the more traditional freedom rights of the founding fathers. Contrasts American interpretations with those of the Soviet Union. Journal availability: see SO 507 190. (KC)

Presents a translation of an article written by five members of the Soviet Academy of Sciences on the US-Soviet scientific cooperation and human rights. An open letter written by five American Nobel laureates as a rebuttal to this article is also presented. (HM)

Provides a brief history of the development of the United Nations. Identifies achievements of the United Nations in the promotion of human rights, the translation of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights into binding international covenants, and the establishment of monitoring mechanisms to ensure the protection of human rights. (KO)

Examines the present state of the African American community in the United States. Discusses both the symbolic and literal concept of "Back to Africa," arguing that the cultural vitality of Afrocentricity and the African diaspora will profit from symbolic Pan-African linkages, linkages that can rejuvenate the cultural life of the African…

In South Africa there is widespread recognition amongst university educators that the new outcomes-based education (OBE) system can prevent instrumental thinking, particularly in view of OBE's agenda to encourage critical learning. However, what these educators do not necessarily take into account is that many students are not always ready to deal…

This curriculum module for students in grades 7-12 focuses on the subject of tolerance. The lessons provide students with opportunities to develop knowledge about issues and events of intergroup relations, increase student awareness of the dynamics of intolerance, and help students build a framework for developing their thinking about these…

Every child deserves to believe that she or he is truly a wonder. Together with the children's book, the Leader's Guide provides a complete course on self-esteem for young children. The Guide endorses three core beliefs: (1) All children are inherently valuable without regard to gender, race, religion, family background, economic status,…

This book is written for both teachers and teacher educators to use in addressing issues of human rights. The conceptual development approach used throughout the book makes it suitable for a full human rights curriculum; the grade-level discussions and sample lesson plans also can be used in individual classes or to enrich ongoing programs. The…

This volume contains primary theme units to be used by early childhood teachers to foster children's sense of respect for self, others, and the world. Several multicultural units are presented along with units on sensory awareness and self-esteem. The intent of the book is to inspire teachers to incorporate multiculturalism into their lessons on…