The author of this document found through independent research that many language arts teachers had background information in the area of integrated programs but were largely unable to follow through in constructing and implementing such a program. In order to both increase background knowledge and aid in developing methods of application, the…

The new language arts syllabus for elementary and secondary schools in New York State provides a program framework which focuses chiefly on the development of pupils' skills in reading, writing, speaking, listening, literature, and language. This document, the first in a series of packets which implement the use of the syllabus, is designed to aid…

The wide variation in classroom teacher usage of an instructional radio project in Washington, D.C. is presented. (Author)

Suggests ways to include readers theater in the English curriculum. (MKM)

The author discusses the "theory of logical types," which forms the cornerstone of the "double bind hypothesis." The crucial term "metacommunication" is defined to be consistent with logical-type theory. This paper was presented as a plenary address at the Second International Congress of Family Therapy, Jerusalem,…

The article reviews methods by which classroom teachers can identify academically gifted students (including a discussion of common learning characteristics of gifted students); considers classroom implications; and identifies goals and objectives for gifted students in reading, language arts, social studies, mathematics, and science. (CL)

Which means, receiving message loud and clear--what classroom "good buddies" do with CB lingo in language activities. (Editor)

Spelling is fun when the kids take a personal interest in what they learn. (Editor)

A monthly exchange of tips, projects, ideas and resources. (Editor)

Points out the reduction or elimination of speech instruction in secondary schools due to the return to "basics" and argues that teachers must justify speech instruction and respond to issues of accountability inherent in the "back to basics" movement. (MH)

The arts are basic to the very essence of the English language arts. (DD)

A bibliography of children's books dealing with such subjects as the history of language, foreign languages, names, the alphabet, and non-verbal communication. (DD)