This article discusses the mainstream model appproach to community education and offers a critical assessment as a basis for educational reform. The present educational system of mainstream educators is explored along with potential effects. (DF)

This article responds to a critique of a study in which an ambitious program of thinking skills instruction was designed, implemented, and evaluated. Concepts of intelligence and thinking skills are explored, the relationship between the two is analyzed, and the impact of instruction on both is considered. (IAH)