This paper is the result of an explorative study, based on the in-depth meta-analysis of a corpus of contemporary pieces of research in which there was found clear references to veteran theatre teachers talking about their work. Following that, extracts from interviews of experienced theatre teachers were analyzed. The major aim of this study is…

This articles addresses the conservative dynamics of "neoconservatism" in the field of education with particular reference to possible complementarities between the "voices" of two, seemingly alternative public intellectuals. These dynamics are conceptualized as part of what is, in social realist mode,…

This presentation was based on the assumption that developing the art of making teachers and students feel good about themselves is of paramount importance in helping youngsters to learn. The author offers and elaborates on 12 tips to help principals improve school climate: (1) Be aware that the principal's most important function is getting…

This study explores leadership styles and gender in higher education (HE) by examining representation of female professors in Australian and Turkish universities and identifying barriers to achieving seniority. The paper explores factors, including leadership styles, which explain the higher representation of female professors in Turkey, despite…

The purpose of this mixed method, survey-based inquiry was to determine how Georgia public high school faculty members perceive various pressures and experiences associated with a career in education. These perceptions were then analyzed as possible indicators of teacher attrition in order to improve retention rates. The independent demographic…

Humaneness in education is a necessary ingredient, says this educator, but the urge to uplift each educational innovation as the ultimate answer to our educational problems should be held in check. (Author/RK)

Examined the relationship between reminiscence, level of activity, and morale in 73 elderly women. Results showed reminiscence was not positively related to morale or negatively related to activity level, and did not mediate between the two, suggesting that reminiscence is a correlate of, not a substitute for, social activity. (JAC)

Article gives the results of a questionaire designed to determine what teachers regard as the most serious problems they face. (GB)

Several variables of managerial behavior are correlated with productivity and morale. Situational variables are more influential on productivity than on morale. More study is needed on the influence of situational variables on managerial effectiveness. (Author/RA)

Morale questionnaires may validly serve best in pinpointing problem areas and strengths in an organization for a particular time and a particular place. (Author/IRT)

In the aftermath of downsizing, managers must deal with the attitudes of the surviving employees. Some will offer an example of a bright future and are valuable contributors to employee morale. Others may experience sadness, anger, mistrust, and a psychological uncoupling from the organization. (JOW)

Teachers receive direction from national commissions, researchers, staff developers, state education personnel, superintendents, parents, private pressure groups, the courts, commercial vendors, federal regulators, and politicians. This direction overload depletes energy, blurs individuality, and erodes confidence, causing many educators to either…