The democratization of South Africa has necessitated a transformation of the education system. The current transformational landscape of higher education in South Africa requires that basic curriculum concepts, and principles be rediscovered and, rethought with a view to ensuring that future educational practice is based on sound, and proven…

Nine strategies, supported by research, are recommended to develop a differentiated, effected reading program for gifted students. They are: (1) instruction in basic word attack skills should be kept to a minimum; (2) basal content may be too bland so more challenging materials should be available to young children who are labeled gifted; (3)…

The booklet reports on a study of the present status and prospects for the art teaching profession in terms of fiscal resources, curriculum, staffing and administration, and influences of government, college entrance exams, standardized testing, and high school graduation requirements in school art programs. The report is presented in three…