This paper examines the multimedia competencies of an educational technologist via a job announcements analysis and survey of professionals within the field. A conceptual framework is provided involving the new definition of the field of educational technology and associated knowledge, skill, and ability statements. Two hundred five unique job…

High quality teaching--providing children with support, feedback, and positive communication--is associated with closing the achievement gap between minority and majority children. It is important for students in teacher preparation programs to understand changes in curricular approaches to diversity--from the color-blind approach, to…

This article summarises three case studies examining the implementation of inclusive practices, which evidence the exclusionary pressures acting in school settings that put the needs, rights and entitlements of vulnerable children and young people at risk. It examines how three very culturally different secondary schools in England interpreted…

Much progress has been made in improving access to basic education in recent years, but international support has been less than promised and the "funding gap" to achieve universal primary education remains stubbornly present. This article identifies six interrelated factors that constrain such donor financing. Prioritization of basic education,…

The rules for administration of the Arkansas Needs Assessment Project Attitude Inventory are presented. (CK)

Educators are urged to develop a theory of values and a methodology in order to be able to help others clarify leisure values. (GW)

The curriculum area, Craft, Design, and Technology, when carefully designed, can give all pupils (including special education pupils) a chance to develop problem-solving skills and confidence while doing interesting and demanding work. (CL)

School superintendents are under pressure to provide systems of education that are inclusive and that translate new scientific and technical information into programs of study. Future superintendents will function as some of the most powerful decision makers in our society. (CK)