Critically examines the arguments of Leon Lessinger for teacher accountability and applicability of these arguments to early childhood education. (Author/SS)

Describes research conducted at the University of Texas that designed, programed, tested, and evaluted three CAI (computer-assisted instruction) modules for stimulating rhetorical invention within the freshman English composition setting. Experimental procedures, findings, and implications are discussed. (Author/JD)

The present paper reports data concerning the attitudes of geography teachers in Nigeria and Ghana towards the use of statistical techniques in university geography teaching, and suggests ways of influencing current feelings in a positive direction. (Author/BW)

This discussion of reasons for resistance to the use of instructional media in higher education examines three levels--resistance to innovation in general, resistance to need and different teaching techniques, and resistance based on genuine concerns, misunderstandings, or unpleasant experiences. Some ways to counter this resistance are suggested.…

Describes a course on teaching and learning resources which relied solely upon students borrowing instructional materials from outside organizations, and was designed to provide students with an exposure to a wide variety of instructional media and with skills in the selection and evaluation of instructional materials. (CMV)

Five aspects of applying the ATI concept are presented: (1) implementation methodology (steps in the process), (2) procedures for selecting appropriate independent and dependent variables, (3) data analysis procedures, (4) alternative module design and development guidelines, and (5) module assignment guidelines. (Author/JEG)

Describes a U-shaped classroom design developed to provide a learning environment which would optimized more fully student comprehension and retention through emphasis on multisensory learning. (CMV)

Work is continuing at the University of Illinois at the Medical Center to simulate additional medically significant odors and to incorporate them into instructional and evaluation materials. Already studied are breath and urine odors used in the diagnosis of clinical conditions. (LBH)

A dean of instruction notes that both institutional and faculty commitment to instructional innovation are necessary for such innovation to occur and continue. Both a faculty development program and external grant funding for instructional improvement efforts are key factors in successful implementation. (JDS)

Describes a course in public journalism which emphasizes ways of reporting on the lives of ordinary citizens so that news becomes more relevant and useful to the whole community. States that the "Public Life" course seeks a broader understanding of community life; considers, debates, and tests definitions of news; and reexamines beat…

Wrestles with the question of what kind of assignment to give to composition students at the University of Pittsburgh. Tries to strike a balance between critical reading and creativity, between work and play. Finds that "experimental writing" helps resolve the conflicts. Works to bring such writing into the classroom. (PA)

Discusses how children's everyday literacies can be used in schools to connect popular culture with the language arts curriculum. Defines what the authors mean by the term popular culture, being careful to distinguish it from definitions ascribed to mass media. Shares some practical, classroom-tried ideas for integrating elementary students'…

Discusses how Felix Adler's Ethical Culture School, through its innovative practices, impacts public education and settlement work, and plays a significant role in shaping the methodologies, practices, and content of educational drama in the United States from the inception of the field. Describes the use of story dramatization/storytelling,…

Discussion of technological innovations that are revolutionizing traditional methods of education focuses on Multiple Perspective Interactive (MPI) video. Topics include telepresence; content-based interactivity; Gestalt Vision that combines multiple images to provide a larger picture; architecture of MPI, including information systems; the impact…

Discusses a new approach to mathematics teaching developed from constructivists and mathematics education reform leaders that involves changes in task selection, guidance of classroom discourse, setting the learning environment, and the analysis of teaching and learning. Further argues that students must become less dependent on authority for the…