Some second thoughts about the manager's handbooks'' developed in the great curriculum projects of the early sixties, based on two years of controlled study. (Author)

Describes a systems model for designing environmental education programs in schools. Four major phases are identified which suggest planning experiences for environmental awareness, knowledge, and action. (PS)

Author attempts to outline a course in world musics for students to develop their musical experiences and realize more fully the inherent musical qualities of different languages. (RK)

Suggests characteristic by characteristic, what the student's personal makeup means in the way of course design. (Editor)

Paper examines the forces that shape the school curriculum-the nature of society, the needs of individual pupils, and the dynamics of the teaching process. (Author/RK)

Creativity is largely an outgrowth of attitude rather than an activity, a set of predispositions rather than a production line. Author traces the concept of creative development and the role music plays in illustrating the creative process. (Author/RK)

Describes the design and management of a Feasible Ideal Instructional System (FIIS) in contrast with the present instructional system. Indicates that the FIIS is not a figment of pure imagination, but entirely practical in education. (CC)

Article discusses the benefits of traditional musical education, common practice', and relates the need for updating theory instruction with current practice. (RK)

Reports on a summer school program successful in improving academic achievement of average seventh graders retarded in reading; emphasizes diverse reading, writing, and study skills needed for traditional subjects. (Author/RB)

Paper presented at the 1972 TESOL Convention in Washington, D.C. (VM)