Urges parents and teachers to face the topic of death realistically and naturally, discussing how and when the subject should be raised with children. Considers forms of grief, age differences in children's understanding, theological explanations, and the importance of helping children name/describe their feelings and allowing them to grieve. (DMM)

Provides a personal account of the experiences of an American nun while teaching at Fu Jen Catholic University in Taiwan. Explains the Taiwanese educational system and the role of Catholic education within it. (CBC)

Asks whether Machiavelli or St. Benedict of Nursia provides the better model for school administration and student discipline. Finds Benedict's teachings, which stress love, prudence, and the avoidance of extremes, better suited to the traditions and spirituality of Catholic education. (DMM)

Examines the implications of the bishops' pastoral, "The Challenge of Peace," for Catholic schools and analyzes issues and problems in responding to the pastoral. Recommends clarification of philosophical positions, development of archdiocesan guidelines, varied teacher in-service opportunities, and global concept development. (DMM)

Offers basic understandings about conflict and the steps in conflict resolution. Lists resources useful in helping elementary, middle, and secondary teachers develop an intentional approach to educating students about conflict and dealing with the conflicts students experience. (LAL)

The curriculum development in Catholic schools was the concern of a conference on the "Intercultural Dimension in Catholic Education" held in New York in 1975. The conference was intended to bring a unique Christian perspective to the building of group identity and a pluralistic society. (Author/RK)

This book considers service learning an integral aspect of Catholic education. The first four chapters of the book offer theoretical considerations regarding the essential elements of Catholic service learning: the theology of ministry; notable adolescent milestones; Catholic social teaching; and curriculum development. The final chapters are more…

This booklet provides synopses of 302 dissertations, all written in the period from 1988 to 1997, that focus on Catholic schooling. Of the total, 156 of the dissertations originated at non-Catholic universities, with 106 of these authored at state-supported, public institutions. The dissertations are grouped under the following categories:…

Describes the Oyster School in Washington, D.C. and their thorough bilingual program. (GB)

Special issue dedicated to reveiwing aspects of Catholic training in French schools. (DS)

Study indicates, "...that American Catholic higher education meets with a high degree of approval among its alumni and their college-age children. (Author)

Cites three challenges facing Catholic school ministries of the 1980s: keeping Catholic schools Catholic; increasing schools' academic excellence; and putting schools on sound financial bases. Meeting these challenges will provide schools with a better chance for survival. (DMM)

Summarizes the major themes of "Gathering God's People: Signs of a Successful Parish," a National Catholic Educational Association publication dealing with various aspects of parish ministry. Underscores the need to integrate Catholic schools with the church's mission; increase parent involvement; and address potential problems in…

Presents research and survey conclusions on the future of Catholic schools. Addresses the main trends in Catholic schools, priorities for Catholic education, identifying characteristics of future Catholic schools, main problems to be faced, and the role of priests, religion, and laity in the schools. (DMM)