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Finneman, Michael D. – Modern Language Journal, 1987
While foreign language textbooks have improved in recent years, the standard grammatical base remains unchanged. Instead of the usual morphologically-based syllabus, a semantico-grammatical one is suggested in which the categories, relating meaning and form, make it possible to teach language structure in a coherent and communicatively relevant…
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Language Proficiency, Morphology (Languages), Notional Functional Syllabi

Reyhner, John – Journal of American Indian Education, 1986
A study of eight basal reading series was conducted to determine how Native American characters are portrayed in basal readers and how much realism is in recently published stories. Native Americans were not presented in first grade stories. Fifth grade stories were realistic and well written. (JHZ)
Descriptors: American Indian Culture, American Indians, Basal Reading, Cultural Context

Salerno, Douglas – Journal of Business Communication, 1988
Asserts that textbook advice regarding buffers and negative messages is simplistic and frequently wrong, and analyses 22 job-refusal letters and their effectiveness. Claims that recent research on cognitive complexity and social perspective-taking suggests the need for more sophisticated audience analysis protocols for dealing with the negative…
Descriptors: Audience Analysis, Business Communication, Business Correspondence, Cognitive Processes

Harel, Guershon – For the Learning of Mathematics, 1987
Reports on the findings of an examination of 32 linear algebra textbooks. The examination, to determine existing approaches to teaching the topics, was in preparation for developing a linear algebra program for high school students. (PK)
Descriptors: Algebra, High Schools, Mathematics Curriculum, Mathematics Education

Brophy, Michael; Pillay, Patrick – Research in Science and Technological Education, 1986
Provides an overview of the educational program of the Seychelles and focuses on an evaluation of the final phase (P7-P9) of the nine-year school program. Reports how findings from content analyses of materials, teacher and student interviews, and student test results were used to develop the new Seychelles Integrated Science program. (ML)
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Curriculum Evaluation, Program Evaluation, Science Curriculum

Birchall, Gregory; Faichney, Gavin – Social Studies, 1985
An analysis of elementary social studies textbook series showed that the images presented in the texts do not equate with the reality that most Australians experience. A more realistic approach to teaching about Australia would be to examine the lifestyles of urban Australians. Possible ways of doing this are discussed. (RM)
Descriptors: Content Analysis, Cultural Images, Educational Needs, Elementary Education

Exline, Joseph D. – Science Teacher, 1984
Reports results of a survey on textbook adoption procedures, examining if and how often a procedure is used, whether select local districts from a list, and whether the list covers grade K-12. Also reports results of state science supervisors' (N=26) attitudes about textbook adoption procedures. (JM)
Descriptors: Administrator Attitudes, Elementary School Science, Elementary Secondary Education, Evaluation Criteria

Cruickshank, A. J. Bruce – Computers and Education, 1983
Discusses consequences of using computer-assisted learning (CAL) packages for experiment planning in undergraduate physical chemistry laboratories and examines textbook presentations and syllabus criticism. An approach to syllabus reconstruction that combines operational research with experiences of CAL development program is demonstrated through…
Descriptors: Case Studies, Chemistry, Computer Assisted Instruction, Conventional Instruction

Spiegel, Dixie Lee; Wright, Jill D. – Journal of Reading, 1984
Reports the results of a survey of 640 high school biology teachers indicating that they may not be aware of the positive effects of prereading activities and other strategies for enhancing students' comprehension of text. (AEA)
Descriptors: Content Area Reading, Educational Benefits, Educational Research, Instructional Improvement
Jitendra, Asha; Nolet, Victor; Gomez, Ophelia; Xin, Yan Ping – 1999
A study examined geography texts to evaluate their adequacy for meeting the diverse needs of students and to recommend modifications that will address specific deficits. Four geography textbooks were selected based on consultations with publishers, teachers, and school administrators to be representative of geography textbooks adopted in the…
Descriptors: Content Analysis, Geography, Geography Instruction, Instructional Effectiveness
Drug Strategies, Washington, DC. – 1999
This revision of the 1996 publication is a tool for identifying promising drug prevention programs. This booklet is designed to help teachers, school principals, and concerned citizens determine how to spend scarce prevention dollars. Many parents assume that school prevention programs will protect their children from drugs; the information…
Descriptors: Alcohol Education, Curriculum Evaluation, Drug Education, Educational Policy
Yildirim, Ali – 1999
This study investigates how teachers and students assess the textbooks they use in history courses at the high school level in Turkey. The study included 61 high schools in 23 provinces representing the 7 geographic regions of Turkey. Through a survey questionnaire, teachers and students were asked their perceptions of the textbooks. Then a…
Descriptors: Content Analysis, Foreign Countries, High Schools, History Instruction
Reading Newsreport, 1972
Descriptors: Basal Reading, Basic Reading, Evaluation Criteria, Minority Group Children

Herron, J. Dudley – Journal of Chemical Education, 1983
Presents research findings about textbook construction and how they should influence the development of chemistry texts. Discusses learning as a constructive process, the importance of interpreting symbolic representations, and the creation of structure by the learner. Advocates publisher responsibility for incorporating results of research when…
Descriptors: Chemistry, Educational Research, High Schools, Illustrations

Action in Teacher Education, 1981
Three summaries of research projects concerning teacher professional development are described. The first summary describes an inservice education survey to determine important topics for professional development. The second study examines teachers' particular needs with respect to professional development. The third study discusses sexism in…
Descriptors: Attitude Change, Change Agents, Educational Needs, Educational Research