Discusses the drawbacks of specific behavioral objectives in teaching and argues for more general planning. The dimensions that make up instructional objectives are described and specific and general objectives are contrasted. Positive aspects of general objectives are listed. (SB)

Argues for a curriculum more responsive to the job expectations of different groups of pupils. (Editor)

The method used to analyze and redefine a set of educational objectives is described on which a new course of teaching general practice in the later clinical years is based. The course, learning methods, behavioral attainments, and evaluation techniques are included. (Author/LBH)

The purpose of this study was to conduct an exploratory investigation of a new course initiative in counselor education for working with culturally diverse populations. The study investigated: (1) outcomes of curriculum targeting multicultural competencies; (2) whether prior training experience in multicultural counseling would have an impact on…

Initiates discussion of a coherent set of objectives for semi-vocational English instruction and courses. (TO)

Reviews some efforts in elementary school science made since the early 1960's, including the Elementary Science Study, Science-A Process Approach, and Science Curriculum Improvement Study projects. Suggests scientists from all levels of the educational and scientific community assist the implementation of these programs. (CC)

Outlines an optics course, designed for science and nonscience majors, which emphasizes phenomena rather than mathematics. Indicates that the new curriculum permits liberal arts students to learn physics as well as the relationship of physics to society. (CC)

Outlines a one-semester course on Physics of the Environment'' which is designed for physics and nonphysics majors with a one-semester physics prerequisite. Indicates that the students are content to learn about the environment thoroughly rather than a course concentrating on pollution. (CC)

Author makes the case for starting in high school to improve the literacy and communication skills of students destined for scientific/technological careers. Detailed course program and extensive bibliography included. (PD)

When knowledge is discovered in an atmosphere of mutual care and involvement of each individual with others; when a different attitude is not immediately condemmed as wrong, but is evaluated for its own worth; when each person is accepted as worthy; when none feel threatened; true learning and growth can occur. (Author)

Teacher expectations are a powerful factor in the attainment of basic skills. If teachers expect their students to attain basic skills, they are more likely to do so. If teachers do not expect students to do well, that expectation is often fulfilled. (Author/CM)

It is argued that the objectives identified by the Minnesota Educational Computing Consortium should not be viewed as a list of what should be taught, but as a picture of what was actually practiced in 1978 and 1979. Future courses are viewed as having heavy emphasis on computer-student interaction. (MP)