This paper briefly summarizes the findings of a recent survey that investigated the attitudes of American Catholics toward Catholic schools and toward the Catholic church as a whole, then discusses the implications of the survey findings for the future of Catholic schools in the United States. The data suggest that the decline in mass attendance…

The roots of the current movement for ethnic studies in American education can be traced to the early colonial period of American history. The Dutch appear to be the earliest settlers with an interest in ethnic studies. The efforts to resist the dominant English culture began in New York in about 1660. Education became one of the ways non-English…

In February 1969, the Executive Council of the Episcopal Church established a National Committee on (American) Indian Work (NCIW). This was in keeping with the General Convention of the Episcopal Church's policy of supporting self-determination among the poor and the powerless in American society. This document is the NCIW's analysis of the…

This study assesses the effectiveness of different types of Jewish schools in producing adult religious involvement, using a sample of 1,009 individuals from the Chicago area and an analysis of covariance design. Based on his analysis, the author concludes that the type of supplementary Jewish education received by over 80 percent of those Jews…

Throughout American history, there has been prejudice, discrimination and violence against religious, ethnic and racial groups. Negative attitudes and practices have originated both from the citizenry and from the government in the form of immigration restrictions. Some examples are documented in this article. (Author/GC)

An examination of the ethnic heritage and language schools in the Cleveland area and suggestions of some implications of this phenomenon for the language teaching profession. It is suggested that such ethnic language schools are a valuable resource and should be a responsibility of the profession. (AMH)

Reviews court decisions on creationism, science, and separation of church and state in relation to 1st and 14th amendments,establishment clause, and free exercise clause. Discusses fundamentalist interpretation of evolution and concept of "scientific neutrality." Proposes that rights of religious minorities are best served if teaching of…

Although Wake Forest University recently dissolved its ties with the Baptist church, it is committed to maintaining its Baptist tradition while emphasizing high-quality teaching and academic freedom and increasing diversity in its student population. (MSE)

Can church-supported schools provide an adequate education to nonmembers in multiethnic communities? Should the state finance such schools, and how can the state decide which schools to fund? These and other questions about the validity of church-supported schools in pluralistic societies like Great Britain are raised. (IS)

If there is a problem about giving a distinctively Anglican education to Muslim or Hindu children, then similar problems arise about the religious education of any child in any school who is also being brought up, either inside or outside school, as an adherent of a particular faith. (IS)

During the past 20 years, several of Utah's more populous areas have developed large, immigrant, non-Mormon populations. A study examined the effects over these years of the challenges caused by such cultural diversification on Utah's previously closed educational environment. Challenges were identified specifically by examining changes in…

In 2000, AEL began a collaboration with a partnership of faith-based organizations (FBOs) in Charleston, West Virginia. The partnership wished to expand educational support for African American and low-income youth. AEL aimed to bring its knowledge of education to organizations having long-term relationships with young people and commitment to…

To determine whether ethnic identity counters the alienative feelings attributed to minority status and supports achievement values, samples of Japanese-American high school students and their mothers were evaluated. Both Sansei and Nisei Japanese-Americans were included. (JM)

Student activities that focus on the different cultures and the history of the Middle East from Biblical times to the present are suggested. These include debates, art projects, slide shows, maps, and research problems. (IS)

The adequacy of the type of education provided for traditionally oriented Aborigines in Australia is explored, along with information about the educational needs of this group. Suggestions for realistically meeting the needs of these students include allowing the Aborigine community more control over the schools. (PP)