A college course is described which incorporates sociocultural perspectives to help the understanding of human movement phenomena. Ways in which games, sports, and recreational activities reinforce and effect change in cultural values and patterns of behavior are examined. These patterns reveal the value of physical activities to society in…

The author presents social demographic forecasts for the future. She examines social, economic, and political transitions in U.S. society separately and argues that the transitions that society makes depend ultimately on the values upon which individuals choose to act. (CH)

Recent studies find that most American workers feel they could perform better at work if they wished, and half do only enough work to stay employed. What is needed is creation of a workplace atmosphere in which employees commit their fullest energies, talents, and enthusiasm toward making each workday productive. (MSE)

Uses autobiographical and interview data to construct the life history of two educationally successful Chicanos to examine their interpretations of their educational experiences and the sociocultural factors they identified as influencing those experiences. The value of a biographical perspective in analysis of educational success is discussed.…

Argues that, as the weakening of the family and a deteriorating cultural climate for children pervade American society, minority families and black families in particular are disintegrating at an alarming rate. Suggests that creating alternative schools that will expose children, especially boys, to positive role models will help. (RS)

Information is provided on a developmental curriculum designed to correct gender bias in education by addressing contemporary needs of female students. The program, which is taught longitudinally for grades 5 to 12, is a career- and life-planning curriculum, and also includes boys for grades 5 to 8. (SW)

Traces the symbols, perceptions, and experiences that guided the Snoqualmie tribe in maintaining its cultural identity system from 1855 to the present. Discusses adaptation from subsistence to a modern commercial economy; tribal government; and the merging of traditional and Christian symbols and beliefs to form the Indian Shaker Church. (SV)

Explains four forms of spiritual knowledge in Navajo tradition. The first emphasizes character development; second, self-reliance; third, emotional ties and relationships with family, community, nation, and the natural environment; and fourth, reverence and respect for nature. The goal of Navajo (Dine) philosophy is balance, holism, and harmony.…

A sociohistorical approach identified differences in the way management is perceived and practiced in Britain and France. Two distinct managerial types--British gifted amateurs and French bright cadres--must be recognized to plan joint management development programs. (SK)

Discusses the new sociology of education and suggests applications to current research and practice in the field of librarianship. Connections of librarianship to dominant political, social, and economic trends are stressed, and the need for library research to study those connections is emphasized. (78 references) (LRW)

Discusses the varying effects of economic and social conditions (particularly affluence, educational attainment, and immigration) on the development of U.S. art museums in 1869-99, 1900-30, and 1931-59. Suggests that museum legitimacy transmits the effects of most economic and social variables. Contains 63 references. (SV)

Finds that eighth graders' level of comfort about asking questions in class was positively related to family income, socio-economic status, English language proficiency, family intellectual environment, educational aspirations, academic performance, self-esteem, and locus of control and was significantly associated with gender, ethnicity,…

Explores the relevance of the concept of cultural capital, seen as an alternative to the more traditional measures of socioeconomic disadvantagement, to the significance of information technology (IT) in contemporary societies. Research into Australian households' involvement with IT is used to examine relationships between IT usage and cultural…

Proposes a social need for solidarity, examines sources of the term, and shows how principles and practices of solidarity, although construed in various metaphors, is deeply rooted in the scriptural story. Provides a holistic frame of reference for proposing the promotion of solidarity as a foundational concern for religious education. (DSK)

Discusses how the English language teaching (ELT) specialist can become more sensitive to the potential impact that sociocultural factors can have on the success or failure of educational projects. The argument centers around the concept of dilemma, which acts as a lens that helps the ELT specialist problematize cross-cultural issues, reinterpret…