Suggests that accountability in religious education is limited to the attainment of precise agreed-upon objectives. Recommends that students participate in the process of specifying objectives and that teachers state objectives in terms of measurable student outcomes. (DMM)

Asserts that Catholic schools throughout America continue to make remarkable contributions to our nation's intellectual and moral growth. Highlights the impressive results of Catholic schools in teaching, student learning, graduation rates and retention, moral development, and the alleviation of resources for public schools. Presents the text of a…

Argues for a redefinition of the goal of education as "aptitude development" in which students learn to think, reason, and solve problems. Reviews theories on the nature of intelligence, creativity, and motivation. Emphasizes the role of teachers and school principals in creating a new learning climate. (PAA)