Franklin Vernon provided an example of how programs viewing themselves as "cultural islands" are in fact embedded within historical capitalist relations, through the discourses of "self" that they promote. In this response, I expand on Vernon's argument to situate the quasi-therapeutic practices he identified in the history of…

This research involved an exploratory intervention to determine the effectiveness of using a deliberate psychological education (DPE) approach that incorporated issues of ethics, multicultural competence, oppression and diversity. The study attempted to discern if the DPE model used could make a difference in the promotion of ego development…

Explains the role of symbols in attaining total psychic growth by applying concepts of C. Jung, R. Assagiolo, and L. Kubie. Describes a new strategy, the symbolic identity technique, which involves environmental exploration in a relaxed, receptive manner in order to discover something in the outer environment that reflects one's inner nature.…

A theoretical framework based primarily on the humanistic psychology of Abraham Maslow is used in developing a humanistic approach to speech education. The holistic view of human learning and behavior, inherent in this approach, is seen to be compatible with a model of effective leadership. Specific applications of this approach to speech…

The assumption that self-concept can be taught and is, therefore, a legitimate educational objective underlies this package of teacher activities. The package offers elementary school teachers multiple self-concept exercises, and the techniques and procedures for their implementation in the classroom. The specific purpose of each exercise is…

The humanized learning environment described in this article should provide all participants, learners, parents, and professionals better opportunities for individual growth and development. (JD)

A teacher is viewed as a person who consults with students and who facilitates learning and creativity. Identifying four meta-goals for the teaching-learning process, the paper presents classroom-school models, materials, books, and organizations that, in various ways, take into account these assumptions and meta-goals. (Author)

The article describes a program used to increase the self esteem of children with learning problems. (CD)

Discusses the difficulties, conflicts, and dilemmas of growing up in America today and the positive steps that educators can take to facilitate this maturation process. (Author/JG)

Self-concept development is basic to health education. Health educators should give students the "tools" to develop their own self-concept as a lifelong skill, rather than as a transitory interest. Several methods and activities exist that can improve human interaction, decision making, and personal growth. (FG)

This article describes two measures which assess the social-emotional functioning of hard of hearing students and identifies five areas of intervention including helping students understand and express feelings, increasing students' self-awareness, helping students develop personal values and goals, teaching social skills, and teaching problem…

To shed light on whether reason or attitudes, the intellect or the emotions, should be the primary focus of educational efforts, the writings of Jean Paul Sartre on human motivation are digested. Educators should foster the conscious and deliberate acceptance of the human condition of freedom. (PP)

Presents a review of research findings which empirically document counseling effectiveness in improving school climate, humanizing education, and establishing directions for implementing research. Contends that for education to be humanized through counseling, prerequisite counseling skills must be taught and research findings adapted in a variety…

Art, music, drama and other humanistic disciplines are vital to the fullest development of human potential. They must not be looked upon as educational "frills," but as components of education fully as important as "basics" such as reading, writing and math. Evidence exists that exposure to the arts actually helps children develop their brains, by…

Traditionally, the goals of a liberal arts education have been expressed in terms of "self-actualization,""self-realization," and other terms implying self-fulfillment. The reality is that focus on measurable "achievements" tends to put students out of touch with the functioning of their own psyches. (MLW)