The idea that significant professional knowledge can result from practice and its careful analysis merits reemphasis. (MJB)

Position paper argues in favor of developmentally appropriate kindergarten programs. Paper examines program goals and content, and provides suggestions about learning environment, curriculum, and staff. Includes statements concerning purpose of kindergarten, importance of play in learning, and need for program support. (PCB)

Explores reasons for the lack of developmental guidance programs in Catholic elementary schools. Presents a developmental guidance model to encourage total development of all students. Describes resources for elementary school guidance including shared personnel and intern programs, and presents guidelines from public school programs. (JAC)

This study examined gender and aptitude distinctions (average versus below average) among developmental college students in task value, reported use of learning strategies, and academic achievement. The sample consisted of 286 developmental students from a community college in the Midwest, of whom 129 were female. Two measures of achievement were…

Farm business analysis instruction provides the core for a continuing education program which improves the economic and social status of farmers and stimulates other business in the community. (KP)

A force field model application for improved effectiveness." (Editor)

Defined here are those considerations which underlie the formation of staff development patterns weaving them into a theoretical, philosophical, and practical whole. (Author)

Describes an experimental junior high school course which explains the economic and human aspects of employment. The program is published and distributed by the Joint Council on Economic Education, 1212 Avenue of the Americas, New York, New York, 10036. (BH)

An assumption that immigrant and American-born adolescents experience similar, normal psychological development processes was examined through a two-part research study that: (1) gathered normative data on ego development, identity and moral reasoning; and (2) field-tested an experimental curriculum intended to stimulate development in these…

Makes suggestions for organizing and coordinating an advising system. A delivery system is described that assumes a general advising staff and support systems related to three student developmental goals. (Author)

Discusses the effects of declining student enrollment, reduced budgets, and campus political tensions on two-year college faculty-development programs. Underscores the need for vigorous faculty development programs which have the support of the faculty and are based on teachers' individual strengths. (JM)

Illustrates an example of developmentally appropriate curriculum which embraces engaging, personally meaningful, and adapted methods with primary children and their parents/caregivers. Examines and reflects on the impact of school expectations on the home and how that impacted the lived experience of the classroom. Suggests how to evolve parent…