The authors examine some reasons why secondary schools ignore or, at best, provide "band-aid" solutions to the adolescent reading problems that so upset the public. They conclude that secondary schools simply do not value reading achievement enough to expend on it the effort they willingly expend on physical education. (SJL)

Presents two articles: "Modular Flexibility in an Individualized Introductory Cultural Anthropology Course," by Daniel D. Whitney and Patrick J. Dubbs, and, "Physical Anthropology as a Laboratory Science Course in a Community College," by Yechiel M. Lehavy. The former describes an individualized approach to anthropology, whereas the latter…

The Baltimore New Compact Schools model offers schools an opportunity to cluster their resources, personnel, and funds. The Hirsch Core Knowledge Curriculum helps all three elementary schools compensate for disadvantaged students' lost learning time. The nonprofit Enterprise Foundation offers schools leadership, management, and technical support.…

Catholic schools share five organizational characteristics that account for their unusual effectiveness. Catholic schools offer and require a core academic curriculum for all students, are embedded within a larger communal structure, are small enough to promote community, have decentralized governance, and have an inspirational ideology reflecting…

Examines the development and alterations in the American Cultures curriculum at the University of California (Berkeley) designed to accommodate emerging student diversity. The following course topics are highlighted: English, Anthropology, and History. (GR)

Curricular incoherence at the undergraduate level cannot successfully be countered by lower-division distribution requirements and proposals for a core curriculum. An alternative appropriate to a technological age of various specializations emphasizes development of communication and rhetorical skills across disciplines. (DB)

This article is the text of a presentation to the Association for Library and Information Science Education (ALISE) Preservation Education Program in 1990. The integration of both practical and theoretical preservation issues into the core curriculum at five library schools is described, continuing education is discussed, and future directions are…

Discusses the Bradley Commission on History in School recommendations as part of the 1980s curriculum reform movement. Examines the problem of too many social science disciplines competing for space within the limited core curriculum. Analyzes several major reports published on social studies curriculum reform. Concludes with further questions…

A 3-year core curriculum may be the fundamental change proposed for grades 9-12 in the "Standards." This article provides 2 examples for content differentiation for particular topics and problems. Some suggestions for adjusting the present curriculum to align with the core curriculum are provided. (YP)

The gradual shift to state control of schools has spawned unintentional results, including a negative impact on teacher autonomy and professionalism. Although states' major role should be establishing a core curriculum, local flexibility is essential for adapting school policies to varied needs and utilizing staff abilities. Local school boards…

Describes a new degree entitled the Information and Communication Pathway which takes a theoretical and analytical approach to information technology, information and library science, and mass communications, and is fully integrated with the social science department. The discussion covers the program objectives, its organization and structure,…

Describes present anthropological curricula both within the department and in other campus settings. Examines the role of anthropology in a proposal for revising General Curricular Requirements at Cleveland State University. Future prospects for the program are discussed. (JS)

Defends the master's degree in library science from a program accredited by the American Library Association as a valid minimum educational requirement for library practice at the professional level. Issues that undermine this requirement are discussed and actions that the profession can take to strengthen this position are identified. (nine…

Describes the liberal arts curriculum at Albany College of Pharmacy, New York. Reports that the curriculum reflects the college's philosophy that students must learn to think by writing. Notes that teaching writing as a skill, a process, and a liberal art is a recent addition to the humanities core courses. (RS)

Citing a severe decline in academic standards due to political and social influences, a group of conservative scholars criticizes the "radicalization" of the college curriculum and danger to academic freedom. (MSE)