Points out that Ralph Smith's article, "A Question of Elitism," offers useful distinctions for advancing the cause of elitism in education. Contends that excellence and democratic values are indeed compatible. (BSR)

Explores issues in the developing area of emancipatory research. Defines the concept of "research as praxis," examines it in the context of social science research, and discusses examples of empirical research designed to advance emancipatory knowledge. (Author/CT)

Special programs for gifted and talented children cannot be justified. A program of education for gifts and talents is proposed. Since it would be open to all, it would naturally serve the special educational needs of the precocious in a way that is less morally problematic than selective programs. (MT)

This article explores the impacts of school leaders on the school curriculums of preparing students to life. Even if the school leaders and teachers are expert in their area related to the functions of the schools, it seems that schools are failing in the preparation of the students to life. The school leaders may play an important role to…

This book helps teachers decode issues of character and discipline by offering practical ideas and research-driven theories that not only promote democratic values in teaching but also explain how to use those values when classroom management skills are being tested. The book provides examples of how practicing teachers evaluate and remedy…

The three equally valid usages of democracy in the modern world are not true democracies but simply different types of democratic government, making the teaching of democracy a difficult task. (Author/JB)

The concept of rights as a conceptual entity, as a social phenomenon, and as a current in contemporary thought is discussed. (Author/CB)

Educational institutions cannot propagate democracy when they are administered and dominated by autocratic powers. (Editor/IR)

Attempts to persuade students that government is ever benevolent are self-defeating; civic education and problem solving suggestions are made. (MF)

The help of 4-H and other community youth organizations is needed as never before if certain kinds of responsibility-developing experiences are to be provided for growing children. (Author/SK)

A former dean of the Faculty of Education at Harvard University discusses his decision to accept the position of headmaster of Phillips Academy in Andover (Massachusetts) and the rewards gained from fulfilling the responsibilities of a principal teacher. (WD)

Argues that forced unionism for teachers and forced union fees are undemocratic. Maintains that teacher unions will represent the interests of their members only when they must compete for membership. (Author/WD)

Citizenship curricula should be broad, realistic, and practical. They should reflect global interdependence and the diversity of American society. (Author)