This monograph explores implications of the psychology of consciousness for education. The psychology of consciousness encompasses the relationships among behavior, experience, and states of consciousness. It is interpreted to include different states of consciousness, paranormal phenomena, mystical experiences, dreams, psychic healing, and other…

Part of the Native American way is to be quiet; traditionally Native Americans had to be quiet to survive, to be secure, and to show respect. This curriculum guide, suitable for use at intermediate grade levels, presents a unit designed to share this important aspect of the Native American culture. The six lessons provide teachers with background…

A summary of studies on sexism in books leads to the conclusion that nonsexist books should be included in the elementary curriculum so that children can be exposed to a variety of lifestyles and career options. Various checklists and guidelines for evaluating the sex fairness of reading materials are available. Activities that can be used to…

A study explored reasons chosen by adults for returning to college and their perceptions of their attainment by reviewing the literature and surveying graduates of an off-campus degree program. Review of prior studies led to the expectation that there would be two main groups of reasons: job-related and personal enrichment. Baccalaureate degree in…

Sociological literature on careers reveals that there are four major approaches framing career study, i.e., developmental, objective-empirical, normative, and interactive perspectives. Analysis of these approaches points to an orienting conceptualization of career based on the core characteristics of centrality, duration, and public…

It is proposed that in considering teachers' professional development, emphasis should be placed on teacher assessment as an intergral part of the developmental process, encompassing the total career of the teacher. An overview of the history of teacher evaluation is provided, as well as a review of background literature on professional…

Mark is the central character in this story designed to help adolescents formulate a philosophy of values. The story is well suited for use in high school social studies courses and/or in philosophy or guidance units. Mark's thoughts and actions are reported as he interacts with his family, friends, acquaintances, and individuals of authority…

These health curriculum guidelines were designed for teachers of students in grades 5 and 6. Six major topic areas are covered: 1) physical fitness and personal habits; 2) anatomy, physiology, and hieredity; 3) mental health, growth, and development; 4) mental health and drugs; 5) consumer health; and 6) disease control and dental health. The…

ESSENTIAL INFORMATION IS PRESENTED TO SOCIAL WORKERS SO THAT THEY MAY PROVIDE BETTER SERVICES TO MENTALLY RETARDED CHILDREN AND THEIR FAMILIES. INCLUDED ARE (1) A LOOK AT THE PAST, CURRENT DEFINITION, AND DISCUSSION OF CAUSATION, (2) FACTORS IN DEVELOPMENT, GROWTH AND BEHAVIORAL CHARACTERISTICS FOR THREE LEVELS OF RETARDATION, AND (3) SEVERAL…

THE DIVISION OF ADULT EDUCATION PROGRAMS OF THE U.S. OFFICE OF EDUCATION AFFIRMS THAT ADULT PARTICIPANTS SHOULD NOT USE CHILD-ORIENTED MATERIALS. ASIDE FROM BEING EGO-DESTRUCTIVE, SUCH MATERIALS DO NOT TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THE OPPORTUNITY TO APPLY READING AND COMPUTATIONAL SKILLS TO THE NEEDS OF ADULTS IN AN ADULT WORLD. READING ABOUT THE WORLD OF…

IN 1963, THE JAMESVILLE-DEWITT BOARD OF EDUCATION ORDERED THE INVESTIGATION OF VARIOUS SCHOOL ORGANIZATION PROGRAMS TO DETERMINE WHICH PROGRAM OFFERED THE BEST OPPORTUNITY FOR STUDENT GROWTH. THE INVESTIGATION CONCLUDED THAT A MIDDLE SCHOOL ORGANIZATION (5-4-3 GRADE DIVISION) WOULD MORE EFFICIENTLY FULFILL STUDENT GROWTH NEEDS. SIXTH-GRADE…

Three developmental approaches to teacher education are examined in an effort to determine a coherent theoretical framework of criteria for evaluating the effectiveness of education programs. The first is discussed in terms of the development in a teacher of concern for student achievement and increasing willingness to be flexible in adapting new…

This guide has been prepared to assist the teacher of grades five through eight students in the implementation of health education into the curriculum. The booklet contains student objectives, suggested activities, and pertinent questions which will provide the basic tools to meet program goals. The ten major areas of instruction are: 1) consumer…

This journal, published three time annually, is intended to blend theory and practice in reporting on pupil services practices serving Wisconsin youth, and to stimulate professional activity in the pupil services field. An article on the pro-active role of the pupil personnel services administrator stresses competency-building through training and…

Substantial evidence exists in both popular and professional literature which suggests that some adults, male and female, will experience what has been variously labeled as a "mid-life crisis" or "mid-life depression." Research provides evidence that the lifespan can be conceptualized as a series of transitions from one status or situation to…