Appropriate as the final article in this look at junior high, middle, and intermediate schools claiming exemplary programs is a summary that points out where we are, what we have missed, and where we ought to be going in the Seventies. (Editor)

Author considered the question of whether or not there is any purpose or value in grading, and if so, whether the innovations in grading systems have been beneficial. (Author/RK)

This article examines educational policy as it relates to the political socialization of children and the utilization of available research on the topic. (Editor)

Article focused on academic freedom and the right of academic persons to discuss ideas which they can defend by research and logic. (Author/RK)

Special issue on orthography. (DD)

Article assesses the development of democracy in the public schools and the problem of incorporating a rigorous critical spirit which ensures the opposition of injustice and the encouragement of a caring, creative ethos. (Author/RK)

Outlines the responsibilities of the North Central Association and their suggestions and recommendations for effective educational development. (RK)

Board members of Instructor have an informal discussion about important educational issues that affect each child's learning proficiency. (Author/RK)

The fundamental decisions to be made are moral and philosophical ones. There are experts on language and reading and child development, but there are no experts on moral and philosophical decision-making. (Author/CB)

A look at the use of the computer in instructional areas where speed, accuracy and recall are important. Practice sets for drill are discussed. (Author/HB)

Author reviews a book on America's founder of research in child study, G. Stanley Hall, and suggests omissions which could have made it more interesting. (RK)

Describes music participation by children as an important facet of elementary music experiences. (RK)

Discusses instructional implications of research in business education, pointing out curricular and research needs. (AG)

Discusses the educational heritage of elementary instruction in America. (Author/RK)

Presents suggestions for developing meaningful changes in social studies curriculum and reviews past educational social studies programs. (RK)