A monograph exploring issues in behavior and behavioral objectives is presented. Following the introduction, there are six sections in this book. In the opening section, George Henry uses a philosophical point of view to look for goals underlying the behaviorist's approach to English teaching. Section two is a sympathetic examination of the ends…

A music course of instruction in junior chorus, to develop students' performance skills individually and in ensemble, is described. A prerequisite for pupils is the ability to read music. Outlined are: the course description; enrollment guidelines; study objectives; course content; procedures; resources for pupils and teachers; and the assessment.…

A course in performing organization in which pupils develop increasing performance skills individually and in ensemble, with emphasis on stylistic characteristics of the music studied is presented. Course objectives include: (1) The student will determine the basic metric pattern of selected played examples; (2) The student will count and clap the…

This paper reports on the clinical and guidance component of a program designed to meet the needs of non-public school children in a New York City School District for the 1974-75 school year. In all, a total of 8,398 students from the non-public schools participated in the program. The evaluation of this program included: a) achievement measures…

This document reports the methods and results of a study conducted to develop statements of philosophy, goals, and division objectives for Lake Michigan College. The two main sources from which these were developed were: (1) laws, statutes, and constitutional provisions affecting operations of the college, along with existing philosophy and goals;…

The author reviews basic cognitive, affective, and skill objectives for elementary students related to the American Revolution. (DE)

The adult world expects more of its youth than cognitive proficiency, and merely to use pious rhetoric to advocate return to basics does not solve the existing educational problems. (DS)

Behavioral objectives should be regarded as one of several tools available to educators. Research should be directed toward determining their advantages and limitations, as well as the conditions under which they can be used more effectively. Conditions vary depending upon student awareness of and interest in stated objectives; clarity,…

This article considers the idea that an analysis of the structure of geography and of the nature of spatial concept development in children will reveal a valuable conceptual link that might serve as a theoretical basis for developing objectives in geographic education. (Author)

Presents an educational history and forecasts the future of education in light of the philosophy of realism. The author reviews Socratic, Platonic, and modern educational traditions and concludes that opposing levels of human existence, including freedom and necessity, activity and contemplation, etc., should be balanced with the emphasis on…

Describes educational practices in the Cameroon related to moral and civic education with an international orientation. Learning activities involve students in research on the United Nations and UNESCO, celebration of international festivals, and collecting folk tales from senior citizens. (Author/DB)

Cognitive and affective differences were examined for 20 classrooms of eleventh grade students exposed to either a mini or traditional social studies curriculum. Findings are discussed in the context of curricular innovations. (Editor/RK)

Shows why self-concept is important in reading instruction, and why reading teachers should use effective classroom techniques to promote self-concept. (RL)

Described are six affective techniques utilized in a 10-week psychology mini-course to heighten student self-awareness and stimulate student participation. Exercises involved artistic expression, picture interpretation, family characterization, operant conditioning, educational games, home making skills, and woodworking activities. Evaluative…

Applies R. Edmonds' five factors for elementary school improvement to a goal-setting process at Callaway High School in Jackson, Mississippi. The goals and objectives involve instructional leadership and focus, a safe and orderly school environment, high expectations for students, and program evaluation. Outlines the decision-making process and…