Reconciling large-scale use of common materials with the unique nature of each classroom grouping is the central problem of the curriculum developer. Certain generally applicable educational principles can aid in coping with these problems when coupled with empirical testing of all materials with children and/or teachers. But, the payoff of…

Following the general conference theme of "Education for Solidarity," this report describes the educational principle and framework within the Kibbutz. The "Mossad" or Community School shelters the Kibbutz child and supervises his development from 12 to 18. The great formative factors, as seen by the Kibbutz, are communal…

Argues that we can formulate a unifying principle for the public school in a fragmented, pluralistic society. Addresses itself to three topics: 1) the need for a unifying principle, 2) the formulation of a principle for which a maximum consensus can be claimed, and 3) a common curriculum that would implement the principle. (Author/RK)

Describes the development of an inventory to measure educational value orientations. The inventory assesses whether teachers favor disciplinary mastery, social reconstruction, learning process, self-actualization, or ecological validity as the most important outcome of education. (GEA)

Proposals, some radical, regarding classroom management, curriculum and organizational practices, based on positive acceptance of diversity and individuality'' of students. (Author/SP)

Reports on what proved to be one of the more challenging issues raised by the feedback to principles and Standards for School Mathematics: Discussion Draft and how that feedback was used to create a more effective final document. (KHR)

Considers reasons for trusting mathematics and why learning mathematics is important. Discusses cross-cultural consistency in mathematical knowledge. (KHR)

Reports on what proved to be one of the more challenging issues raised by the feedback to "Principles and Standards for School Mathematics: Discussion Draft" and how the writers used that feedback to create a more effective final document. (KHR)

The New Zealand Curriculum Framework consists of principles of learning and teaching, essential learning areas, skills, attitudes, values, and assessment methods. Conflicts to be resolved include cooperation versus competition, priorities among subjects, testing, equity versus economic goals, and ownership of the curriculum. (SK)

Factors relating to curriculum use in general education have been studied in considerable depth, yet little research has been conducted on what factors impact the enactment of curriculum in special education. This study specifically studied the enactment of a functional curriculum in two rural, self-contained, cross-categorical programs. The data…

This article assaults the definition of the characteristics of a theory of education; the discussion covers the place of morals within such a theory, the Hirst-O'Connor controversy, and other views of theories of education. (KC)

Outlines the structural elements useful for systematic construction of an industrial arts curriculum. Steps include (1) curriculum foundations (definition, rationale, goals); (2) curriculum content (scope, sequence, specifications); and (3) curriculum evaluation. (SK)

Traditional mathematics education is a relic of the past and is inadequate for the challenges of the future. A blueprint for restructuring the mathematics curriculum is offered. Five broad goals are presented, an enriched curriculum is described, and principles related to affective learning in mathematics are identified. (IAH)

Discusses elements of a larger work on music education in the context of a rebuttal to critics. Includes sections on philosophical bases, composing and performing, works of music, musical listening, musical understanding, verbal knowledge, music and other arts, musical creativity, and educational values. (DSK)