Outlines the relationship between Dutch universities and teacher education in a historical context. The article examines Dutch primary and secondary education and related higher education, noting the role of universities and vocational institutions. Comments on movements of teacher education toward and away from the universities are included. (SM)

Teacher education should be based on theoretical knowledge about practice, of which there are at least three kinds: self-reflection, dialog, and scientific research. Theory can be integrated into practice if practitioners recognize themselves in theoretical knowledge and if the theoretical knowledge is practiced. (SK)

Notes that theory-based approach to treatment of codependency is missing in fields of chemical dependency and mental health. Presents Bowen family systems therapy as foundation and framework for treatment goals and interventions. Illustrates similarities between characteristics of low levels of differentiation of self and codependency. (Author/NB)

Articles in this special issue attempt to bridge the gap between research and practice about reading. At this time, the political will to see that every child becomes a successful reader can converge with a solid research base to guide these efforts. (SLD)

The issue of implicit-versus-explicit grammar instruction in second-language-acquisition study has produced the unwanted side-effect of dividing the language learning profession into two camps. This article reviews the depth of this schism by investigating the implicit-versus-explicit division as it exists in both theory and in the German language…

Suggests that weekly participation in an e-mail discussion group by students in a tutor-training class led to productive dialogue concerning intersections between composition theory/research and writing center pedagogy. Argues for the value of asynchronous conferencing as a writing-to-learn methodology particularly relevant to the collaborative…

Presents the Gifted Identity Formation Model, an effort to bridge theoretical and practical aspects of identity formation in gifted students in the context of the counseling process. The model relates four constructs (validation, affirmation, affiliation, affinity) across 12 systems (such as self, family, culture, education, social relationships,…

Reflects on the notion of community in public life. Considers the importance of developing and sustaining affective relationships in the larger public sphere, engaging in civic literacy (publicly consequential acts of citizenship) complemented and sustained by civil literacy (characterized by a willingness to listen), supported by critical empathy…

Paradox arising from the coincidence of observing and being observed has epistemological implications. Traditional science attempted to eschew the observer and avoid self-reference; modern physics finds this problematic. Educational administration theories must reflect the self-reference of an educational social system's identity and must practice…

States that Samuel H. Osipow has brought vocational research and practice closer together and has, through his teaching and research, infused the scientist-practitioner model with new life. Presents an interview with Osipow in which he discusses his work as a career counselor, college professor, journal editor, and with professional organizations.…

Examines various narratives about literacy, and how they influence the thinking of people in composition studies. Uses J. Lyotard's notions of the grand narratives of modernism and the little narratives of postmodernism to examine: conflicted politics of composition studies; the relationship of theory and ideology; ethical questions of research;…

Discusses constructivism and its integration of theory and practice, especially as it relates to online courses using interactive software. Highlights include situated-learning theory, cognitive-flexibility theory, and the design and implementation of two online courses. (LRW)

Offers overviews of two eras of literacy research over the past 20 years that symbolize alternative perspectives on knowledge. Considers internal and external conditions, as well as the metaphors for and principles of knowledge that emerged. Explores rival epistemological stances that survived or thrived. Describes the seeds of a new…

Introduces several articles which compose a forum on intervention with older students who have language and learning impairments. Stresses the particular importance of serving these students in the areas of literacy skills and self-regulation strategies. (DB)

Explores both historical and contemporary definitions of action research. Describes the process and goals of action research in the tradition of Lewin. Presents a case study of an action-research project involving two teams in a high-technology corporation that depicts the process in action. (Author/CCM)