Seeks to chart a course through the contested area of gender and sexual orientation in hopes of establishing a theoretical framework and an agenda for much needed future research. Draws from two research traditions, particularly in the areas of history and law: neo-Marxist theory generally and Queer Legal Theory specifically. (Contains 161…

Notes that the Indiana State Reading Association was one of three state reading associations recognized by the International Reading Association. Describes Phase One and Two of the Five Star Policy Recognition Program Award presented to states and provinces that have adopted and implemented policies that support effective instruction for all…

Discusses the ongoing conversation about key issues in teacher education, highlighting international colloquia at which leading teacher educators focus on these issues and noting that concerns most commonly voiced by participants are not related to professional issues but to questions regarding the control of teacher education and its low status…

Considers how those who seek a teaching license in English language arts are assessed and the role that the National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE) plays in these processes. Hopes that the Conference on English Education's Commission on Teacher Candidate Assessment will provide a forum for the membership to discuss, learn, and think…

At least two dozen political action committees in six states (Alabama, Michigan, Missouri, New York, Texas, Washington) accept donations and contribute to legislators on behalf of diverse colleges and universities. Defenders say the political committees help keep the institutions' allies in office and protect access to them. Critics feel public…

Examines how curriculum theorizing can be inspirational principally through discussion of a book entitled "Understanding Curriculum" (W. Pinar, W. Reynolds, P. Slattery, and P. Taubman). Concludes that, in addition to written texts, the lived experience of all who teach and learn must be "read" and thoughtfully included. (SM)

Reviews six key findings surrounding current graduate education. Concludes that there are not necessarily too many doctorates, but there are too many doctorates trained to be university professors. Notes the transformation of the master's degree over the past two decades and its widespread success in perceived relevancy for students and society.…

The African American literary tradition was really created to demonstrate that persons of African descent were able to create literature. Exploring the history of African American literature shows the continuing tension between private expression through literature and the political uses made of black literature. (SLD)

Describes the state of economic, political, and social crisis in Zambia and the response of the labor movement and workers' education programs. (SK)

A review of the 1983 attempt to close the Department of Adult Education at the University of Southampton illuminates the debates over the nature of adult education, the end of political consensus about educational policy, and the demise of the "Great Tradition" of university liberal education in the process of mainstreaming extramural…

Addresses Grubb's criticism of critical pedagogy in vocational education. Points out similarities between his vision of education through occupations and the standpoint of critical pedagogy. (SK)

Reflects on four significant issues discussed in this issue devoted to teaching writers to spell: (1) how much time should be spent on spelling; (2) how kids can be helped to care more about spelling; (3) how stakeholders can be helped to understand the point of what educators are doing with spelling; and (4) where the national climate is heading…

Draws comparisons between the Australian education directors, Frank Tate and Jacques Henry Abendanon. Discusses educational reform issues based on racial contexts and social, political, and cultural aspects in the British colony of Victoria and the Dutch colony of Java. Concludes that, though their politcal contexts are different, their views are…

Discusses how in the United Kingdom there is currently a lot of concern about "evidence-based practice" in education. Notes that educational researchers and teachers are being asked to demonstrate that certain educational experiences result in certain outcomes, preferably outcomes which match the given education aims, intentions and…

Investigates problems in the Chicago Public Schools by examining political and legislative processes, key players, and key events that created the Illinois legislature's unprecedented decision to turn total control of this school district over to the Chicago mayor's office. Addresses this issue through Kingdon's work on the first two phases of the…