Several classroom activities designed to examine the persuasive techniques used in consumer advertising are outlined. (DE)

Strategies for conducting moral discussions in the classroom are provided. (DE)

Shows how a teacher used student curiosity and imagination in helping students to develop lifelike characters and to collaborate on writing short stories. Provides samples of the sketches and stories. (RL)

Suggests a new typology for evaluating simulation games based on the extent to which participants' roles correspond to specific real-world equivalents. Application of the typology associates different simulation formats with characteristic teaching goals, learning processes, and administrative pitfalls. (Author)

This study of teacher behavior in four classrooms reveals that, in the dimension of management, teachers looked rather alike. Where differences did exist, they seemed to be determined by the individual personality and philosophy of the teacher rather than by institutional contraints, which dictated the management core. (Author/MC)

Outlines classroom activities whereby students learn to monitor and evaluate their own television viewing. (MAI)

Classroom activities that provide meaningful practice, and at the same time motivate students, are the subject of this article. Several activities appropriate for first-year algebra are discussed; e.g., a prepared matrix of algebraic numbers, cross-factor puzzles, and number tricks. (MP)

On a scale of one to ten, children rate miniature making as a grand enterprise and a great way to learn. (Editor)

Explores the unique speech communication classroom environment which often encourages both vulnerability and growth potential and suggests that such an environment demands consideration of student's interpersonal rights. Presents a class activity and a sample 'bill of rights' for speech communication students. (MH)

Offers an assignment which heightens student awareness of media effects and appropriateness through the simulation experience of planning and executing a persuasive campaign using print, audio and audio-visual media. (MH)

Describes a teaching technique which involves the writing teacher's using the blackboard in composing a short essay in front of the class. (DD)

Activities and materials from a number of sources that business education teachers might use to give students a broad conceptualization of career education are presented by the author. (MF)