Analysis of Public Law 94-142 (as amended) and of its associated regulations indicates that waivers from the law's requirements are not necessary to initiate experimental programs related to the Regular Education Initiative. Requirements concerned with eligibility, special class placement, and change of placement can be met by innovative…

Provides a history of the North Central Association, established in 1895 to achieve closer relations between colleges and secondary schools in the north central states. Describes the organization's establishment, the creation of its commissions, its development during the postwar period, and major developments since the 1960s. (MAB)

Includes "Risking the Future" (Coffey); "Breaking Tradition" (Paynton); "Sustainable Farm Plan Activity" (Vahoviak et al.); "Curriculum Integration and Ornamental Horticulture" (Clark); "Ties That Bind" (Barden et al.); "Building Capacity for an Innovative Elementary Agriscience…

Describes the composition and operation of the New American Schools Development Corporation (NASDC). The NASDC will design new high-performance learning environments for U.S. children. The seven design teams are to unveil new high-performance schools after two to three years, presumably by marketing designs. (SLD)

Principal Gloria Sanchez Roman is giving local parents a voice at Roque de Duprey Elementary School. A 10-member council helps get parents involved. (MLF)

Introduces this new journal and highlights the six papers included in the first issue of the journal. (BB)

Presents a conceptual framework of educational diagnosis based on formative evaluation. Describes a computer-based diagnostic system that maximizes the coherence and effectiveness of obtained information by generating a structural diagnosis of the nature of student errors and a causal diagnosis related to teaching methods. Contains 64 references.…

Students in an educational psychology course were offered the opportunity to earn a grade bonus by writing test items on content to be covered the following week. Results show both internal (student) and external (manipulable) factors had considerable influence on effort and persistence. A classroom procedure to enhance student motivation is…

According to Tom Peters's book "Thriving on Chaos," change must become the norm, not cause for alarm. What Peters saw in the business world predominates in schools--the same inertia, fear of innovation, and rejection of technology. Schools can profit by taking Peters's advice about using research and changing antiquated teaching…

Marvin Cetron's new Book, "Educational Renaissance," highlights the various disconnected attempts to heal schools and school systems. Merit pay and lengthening the school day and school year are crucial components of future economic success. Other predictions concerning students, teachers, higher education, school finance, families, and…

Like many other open-education schools of the 1970s, John Adams High School (Portland, Oregon) failed as an experimental school because it rapidly implemented large reforms without parent or teacher involvement, did not provide teacher training and support, and did not develop appropriate administrative or learning structures. (SV)

Addresses important considerations for the implementation of speaking across the curriculum. Highlights important distinctions between speech courses and speaking-across-the-curriculum courses taught by faculty in other disciplines. Argues that the benefits of speaking across the curriculum outweigh the potential harm to the field if concerns are…

Describes the use of a matrix process to establish connections between mathematics and science using national standards. The matrix can be established as a regular part of the planning process and can help guide educators to implement effective activities which embed the standards and connections within the curriculum rather than as supplemental…

Examines approaches to enhancing school learning environments in an era of public resistance to supporting large school building capital projects. Provides several examples of collaborative initiatives that help produce productive and compelling learning environments by expanding the boundaries of the classroom into the community. (GR)

Outlines an in-depth case study of teachers' use of image processing in biology, earth science, and physics classes in one high school science department. Explores issues surrounding technology implementation. Contains 21 references. (DDR)