Expresses concern over the possible exclusion of literature from the English curriculum in Australia, arguing that through literature, students are able to reason, imagine, and speculate about the tension between the needs of the individual and the needs of society. (HOD)

Reports changes in high school graduation requirements in general and English requirements in particular and discusses in more detail the proposed changes in the grade 10 practical English curriculum (MM)

Describes language-arts activities in the "Gemini Project," a program designed to foster creative expression in a mixed group of senior high and elementary school students. (KS)

Discusses remedial English programs at City University of New York and City College of New York. (DD)

The grades of students in English classes at Boise State University, Idaho, were studied before and after the implementation of changes in the cutscores for placing entering students in three different English levels. The effects of the cut score changes were to move more students into English 090 (the lowest level) from English 101, and to move…

A study examined a national trend towards dropping Shakespeare and other Great Authors from college English major requirements, and asked what new courses are taking their places. Programs from 70 representative schools were analyzed. Results indicated that 23 schools require a course in Shakespeare, which may include other authors as well, but…

Presents a partial list of objectives and a few of the successful activities of an interdisciplinary course, "Man Between War and Peace." (TO)

Urges that computer programs continue to be developed for the English curriculum at the college level. (RB)

The authors note the existence of a passive'' grammar, similar to a passive vocabulary, and urge teachers to develop their grammar in the speaking and writing of their students. (MM)

Discusses the current administrative problems of English departments due to the cutback of educational funds. (RB)

An account of a photography project in a senior English literature class for low ability students. The results: Involved motivated students, an increased level of enjoyment in school, as well as increased visual awareness. (Author/JB)

The author urges that teachers recognize and utilize student experience and authority in the instruction of English. (AN)

Response to a critique on author's Language in Use" approach to exploring the nature and function of language in the classroom. (MB)

Bemoans the anti-intellectual attitude in English teaching, and the over-emphasis on language skills instruction. (DS)

Advocates a thematic union of readings, essay topic, music and art to expose gifted students to the great thinkers of the past and present, and to make them aware of the limitless range of literature as well as to the effectiveness of different media. Gives examples of themes. (RB)