Presented is evidence that situational factors have more effect on political behavior of both sexes than is usually reported in socialization literature. When situational factors are varied, respondents in the high stimulus situation are found to be more politically expressive regardless of sex. Available from: Southern Political Science…

Reviews the history of the kibbutz movement, kibbutz child-rearing practices, and the results of research in kibbutz socialization. The research indicates that the 'kibbutz personality' is essentially nonpathological and effective. Recent changes in child-rearing patterns in the kibbutz, and a return to traditional family child-rearing, are viewed…

Considers the information presented to young readers in one issue of each of two typical Japanese publications. In analyzing the stories in these comic books, the main concern is with the differences in the kinds of information aimed at female and male readers. (Author/AM)

This article reports on a computer analysis of 3,281 exercises in the eleven textbooks required forhistory instruction in grades 4-10 of Soviet general-education schools circa 1970. (Author)

While the secondary curriculum is often considered an appropriate focus for future-directed studies, elementary science and technology education can contribute significantly to the socialization process. Science education can also help shape youngsters' attitudes and capacity to understand and influence scientific and technological impacts on…

Argues that (1) understanding of the ways in which children think about the political aspects of their lives has been limited by functionalist views of schooling and positivist research paradigms; and (2) research should focus on ways children appropriate information from their experiences and use it to construct personal political realities.…

Peer cluster theory suggests that the socialization factors that accompany adolescent development interact to produce peer clusters that encourage or discourage drug involvement. Correlations of socialization variables, strength of the family, family sanctions against drug use, religious identification, and school adjustment with drug use confirm…

A study examined the rate of college students' perceived social and actual academic development during the freshman and sophomore years and the influences on that development. (Author/MSE)

Rock 'n' Roll as a form of electronic communication is central to youth culture. There are procedural rules similar to grammatical structures which allow meaningful interpretation of this musical experience. As new forms of communication appear both youth culture and the meaning of music are altered to encompass the changes. (VM)

Examines how students interpret their teachers' and their own responses to routine classroom events. Explores the relationship of students' perceptions and reported behaviors to their teachers' socialization styles. Additionally addresses grade level variation in these relationships. (RH)

Updates early research on how females are depicted in children's picture books. Notes that while the ratio of females to males is now closer to parity, storybook characters still continue to present tradition views of females. (RKM)

After a brief overview of the research on social comparison in young children, a depiction is provided of how young children exhibit social comparisons during two types of play activity--physical object and social fantasy play. Research and pedagogical implications are discussed. (PCB)

Provides a review of research on the topic of political socialization. Topics covered include the role of the school in society, the role of teacher behavior and classroom structure, and other influences such as social class, and the effect of the media. Draws implications for teaching practice and further research. (JDH)

The cultural distinction between Western and Middle Eastern Jews in Israel is a product of underlying cultural differences in mediating familial factors such as interdependence, size, and delegation of authority, as well as peer exposure. Middle Easterners were more cooperative than Westerners in rural settings, but not in urban areas. (Author/LHW)

This article compares and contrasts a predominantly White preschool and a predominantly Black Head Start program to determine how education might better serve children who come from different socioeconomic and ethnic backgrounds. Research and results are discussed, and suggestions for culturally responsive education are made. (JL)