Examines how different approaches to prevocational curricula can be related to four typologies of educational values: (1) liberal educational, (2) radical, (3) trainer, and (4) vocational. Attempts to illustrate specifically the direction that research could take by forecasting the ways in which systems of value will respond when faced with a set…

The emphasis on adult education in Nigeria is designed to eliminate illiteracy and to ensure development of adult Nigerians by making education a lifelong process. This paper focuses on the concept of adult physical education to promote understanding, ramifications, and rationale for use in adult programs. (JOW)

Examines the connection between the U.S. Constitution and economics and provides numerous examples of constitutional clauses and court cases which illustrate this point. Argues that constitutional provisions, such as the taxing and spending clause, have a substantial impact on national economics and that this impact should be presented in the…

States that the fragmentation of social studies education deserves serious consideration. Argues that instead of worrying about whether a given curricular proposal is fashionable, teachers should decide if a program really belongs in a substantial social studies education. Calls for teachers to evaluate what learners really need. (GEA)

Points out that existing communication courses can be updated and expanded to accommodate topics on the new technologies. (PD)

This article explores the curriculum development implications of greater acceptance of the importance of fine arts to learning, the centrality of art to the development of an individual's uniqueness, and the disciplinary nature of the study of art. Proposes a model for art education in the primary school that ensures equity and excellence in all…

States that the common school curriculum in Hong Kong caters to the academically gifted. Advocates a broad and balanced science curriculum, differentiated to a range of abilities and aptitudes, to be followed by all students throughout the five years of secondary school. Presents four purposes for science education and describes curriculum…

Among the activities mentioned are: the initiation of a three-year national research study on high school seniors; the revision of the Test of Economic Literacy; the development of a new scope and sequence document; and the completion of teacher and administrator training manuals for use with the audio-visual material entitled "Economics…

"Beyond Creating: The Place for Art in America's Schools," by the Getty Trust, contains some major problems with respect to conception of purpose in art teaching, the benefits of the visual arts, and controversial theories of art. This article treats two sections of the report: "Art Is a Fundamental" and "Perspective: Why Art in Education and Why…

States that national efforts in higher education technology-based curriculum are disorganized. Proposes steps for dealing with technology-based curriculum developments: (1) increase communication between national organizations, (2) involve representatives from national organizations in issues discussions, (3) develop curriculum standards, (4) hold…

Outlines the important role that schools have in teaching students ethical considerations in computer use. Describes how the Cupertino Union School District developed a computer curriculum that includes ethics as a major component. Includes computer listings of crime definitions and a computer ethics policy. (MD)

Without practical application in industry, the emerging technologies now being embraced by the academic world could be considered mere curiosities. Such is not the case, however, as illustrated by the issues addressed, including the focus of instructional technology on learners and implementation concerns. (JN)

The Counselor Education and Health Education programs at the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, recently cooperated in developing a curriculum to prepare health counselors. The goals and objectives of counselor education and of health education are so similar that an interdisciplinary health care specialization is a natural development. (MT)

A strategy for selecting what to teach, known as the Markaling strategy, is based on an environmental philosophy of curriculum selection. Commonly used approaches are reviewed, including the developmental approach, the basic skills approach, the eliminative approach, and the environmental adaption approach. (Author/CL)

Proposes woodworking as an appropriate play media for preschoolers. Points out the educational opportunities of woodworking and outlines the contents of a prospective "Carpenter Shop." Discusses precautions to be observed when children work with tools. (DR)