Doublespeak is language designed to miscommunicate and mislead. Discussed are winners of the Doublespeak Award. Examples of doublespeak are provided, and books for teaching about this misuse of the language are listed. (RM)

Programs are available which permit the computer to be used in the social studies classroom as an information-processing tool. For example, there are programs which allow students to create their own databases. Students can then use the computer to sort their recorded data in whatever ways they choose. (RM)

Teachers can create support materials to help maximize computer software efficiency in the curriculum. Guidelines for developing descriptive, teacher-oriented, and student-oriented supplementary materials are offered. (DF)

Describes some of the imaginative ways a school librarian can encourage children to become aware of the variety and richness of the materials in a school library. (HOD)

How rabbinic Judaism interprets the following laws and doctrines from the Bible is examined: the seven mitzvot of the Sons of Noah, laws of war, doctrines concerning the administration of justice, and political organization according to Abravenel. Spinoza's contribution to modern political thought is described. (RM)

The life of the sculptor Henry Moore is briefly discussed and characteristics of his sculpture are described. Also included are lists of recommended films and books dealing with Moore, a student's guide to looking at sculpture, and sculpture activities for secondary students. (RM)

A commentary on the life and work of Henri Matisse for use with secondary art students is provided. Exercises to use with the commentary are provided, and art activities are suggested. Annotated references are also included. (RM)

Provides annotations, sources, and bibliographical data for 11 resources which represent a cross section of research from 1966 to the present for elementary classroom science teachers on effective teaching in bilingual/multicultural classrooms. (NEC)

Many African history themes can be integrated into a world history course to introduce students to the unique history of Africa and to provide new perspectives from which to view Western and Asian history. Themes are suggested, and appropriate sources of information are discussed. (RM)

This article explores the relationship between the academic fields of gerontology and recreation and parks. Findings suggest that the majority of four-year institutions surveyed address programs for the aged in the parks and recreation curriculum, but a separate emphasis on aging and leisure is rare. (DF)

Five conclusions were reached by participants at this meeting: microcomputers cannot take the place of teachers; computer-assisted learning (CAL) should be used to promote teacher-student-computer interaction; there is too little peer review; an international CAL clearinghouse is needed; and the international geography community can play an…

A bibliographical reading list is presented which covers a broad spectrum of topics inter-relating population-technology-affluence. (EB)

A state representative from Oregon uses his state as example for political action regarding critical sociobiological issues having great bearing on world ecosystems: pollution, energy-resource allocation, and population density. Discusses ozone depletion, use of fluorocarbons, and the Oregon Energy Policy. Suggests methods of involving educators.…

This labor education resource guide provides teachers with information about the history and current role of the labor movement in the United States. The guide is divided into 15 sections: (1) "Curricula, Lesson Plans, and Guides"; (2) "Exemplary Labor in the Schools Programs"; (3) "Teacher Training Programs"; (4)…

This list of resources on adventure-based learning techniques is presented for two reasons. In today's educational systems, programs must produce measurable results to meet mandated standards and goals. It is hoped that these resources will help programs obtain academic credibility for utilizing adventure-based activities. Secondly, they are…