Reviews four contrasting theories bearing on the concept of the commons dilemma, which deals with conflicts of individual v group interests over time. Focuses on the threats that commons problems pose to democratic principles in community structure. Discusses alternative directions for the resolution of resource crises. (Author/GC)

Explores the social context surrounding the popularization of science in nineteenth century America. The author argues that the popularization process was inseparable from the general democratization of Western society which was going on simultaneously. Increased public access to new scientific information was supposed to stimulate…

Analyzes the present state of discussion on the democratization of higher education in Europe. Topics discussed include changing opportunities of access to higher education, diminishing social returns from university degrees, and the relationship of social background to career success. (Author/DB)

Explains the relevance of a global approach for social studies, identifies ways in which teachers can cooperate to bring a global perspective to social studies, and lists major global concepts, including interdependence, interrelatedness, use of resources, international monetary systems, environmental deterioration, technological change, and…

Dewey's emphasis on the individual as the determiner for moral judgments and his consideration of the general welfare as the standard is the focus for argument against the interpretation that his ethical theory supports the possibility of the manipulation of the masses by liberal reformers. (JN)

Suggests that social studies teachers should rationally advocate that students should adhere to specific moral norms. Three considerations include community agreement on which moral norms are the focus of instruction, teacher training, and method and content of instruction. (KC)

Includes 346 annotated citations arranged as follows: general and theoretical aspects, Africa, Arab States, Asia and Oceania, Europe, Latin America and the Caribbean, and North America. (JEG)

Argues that American democracy is at a critical stage of development, with declining trust in government, citizens feeling displaced by a professional political class, derailed public interest, and policy that limits citizen deliberation and responsibility. Some instances of civic innovation, community organization, civic journalism, and efforts…

Reviews John Dewey's role as a public intellectual for over half a century and his extensive ideas on the role of education in creating and maintaining democratic values. Issues he addressed are seen as similar to some current concerns. Characterizes the thinker and political/educational activist as the personification of higher education. (MSE)

Suggests that inclusive learning environments need to be reconceptualized as contexts within which a "democratization of knowledge" occurs. Draws on experiences as a tutor in a professional development course for university lecturers to explore this reconceptualization, looking in particular at issues to do with experiential knowledge, gender, and…

Whenever we decide that racist speech must be tolerated because of the importance of maintaining societal tolerance for all unpopular speech, we are asking socially subordinated groups to bear the burden of racism for the good of all. Those who pay the price must be fairly represented. (MSE)

The just community--democratic--approach to moral education is applied to a prison setting at the Connecticut State Prison for Women. (Author/BB)

High school coaches and activity advisers who apply participatory management principles will be far more effective in the 1990s than those who do not. Democratically managed activities are consistent with effective schools research. All activities should be managed within a single activities department and have positive educational outcomes.…

Ethical leadership is the moral component of instructional leadership. Ethical guidelines for principals include respect for all members of society, tolerance for divergent opinions and cultures, equality of persons, and equal distribution of resources. Specific guidelines are provided to help principals exercise effective ethical leadership.…

There are several layers of disagreement represented by constructivist, communitarian, feminist, and traditional views of moral education. This special issue brings together representatives of several perspectives and explores how best to engage in just and caring education. Three authors share a developmental perspective; two others are concerned…