Normative inquiry in curriculum (NIC) is concerned with a substantive, integrative approach to values so that the curriculum possesses integrity, consistency, and congruity. This article explores definitions and characteristics of NIC, analyzes the role of curricular influences and realities, provides suggestions for getting started, and answers…

Discusses several issues to anticipate in planning for the implementation of a curriculum guide. Suggests that curriculum development requires the construction of institutional procedures to reinforce the positive motivation and hard work of teachers and administrators. (JK)

Based on a literature review, class observations, and interviews with teachers and students, this article offers a conception of higher order thinking (as signifying challenge and expanded use of the mind), discusses reasons for the difficulty of promoting it in high schools, and suggests ways principals can help. (MLH)

Discusses the necessity of keeping the business education curriculum current. Covers teaching shorthand, teaching typewriting on typewriters, administrative support courses, and business communication. (JOW)

The authors focus on the issues of teacher training and parent involvement. They describe development of a set of parent involvement teacher training guidelines and strategies and suggest uses for these guidelines. (CH)

This article describes the efforts of three universities to revise their health education curricula based on the Role Delineation Project Curriculum Framework. The framework is being used to: (1) assess health educators; (2) determine the competence of health majors; and (3) plan and restructure graduate education. (Author/MT)

Article provides short descriptions of the impact evaluation of the Schools Council and the Regional Educational Laboratories. The article contends that the way impact evaluation is done depends on key factors, such as the scope of the task, size of the institution, and the methods of government and management. (RB)

In 1973 Australia established a national Curriculum Development Centre, following some extensive experiments with national curriculum initiatives. The centre was established in response to expressed public support for education and for a strong national role in education. (RB)

This case study examines the different educational institutes in Nigeria that work in the area of curriculum development. Some receive money directly from the government; others operate as independent academic institutions and are part of a university. One institute from each category is examined. (RB)

This paper discusses the ways in which the Dutch National Institute for Curriculum Development impacts the Dutch educational system. It describes the way the institute carries out its development activities. Results of several studies on the impact of the institute's projects are reported. (RB)

The authors present survey results concerning home economics curricula in Newfoundland, Labrador, Manitoba, Alberta, and New Brunswick. Information is provided on (1) developments in home economics in relation to other courses, (2) equal access for girls and boys, (3) new courses and content, and (4) implications for teacher education and…

Agrees with Hart (1986) on the use of Kuhn's "The Structure of Scientific Revolutions" to provide a framework for a history and systems course, but states that without a clearly contrasting view, students may adopt an uncritical attitude toward presented material. Argues that it must be made clear under what conditions Kuhn's approach is…

The article reviews the underlying principle of gifted education in the German Democratic Republic: to create a learning environment in which all children can develop to their maximum potential. The paper continues with a description of research into differentiated educational processes and suggests guidelines for successful curriculum extension…

The article discusses the frustration of a mathematically gifted child and his/her need for stimulus and extension. It outlines a course in mathematics presented at the Young Persons' Institute for the Promotion of Art and Science, Tel Aviv University Technical College. (Author)

Looks at reasons for the relatively low status of art education, and developments pointing to a hopeful trend for improving the prospects of art education (e.g., the evolution of a professional field, the creation of organizations with diverse interests, growth of curriculum research, private and public programming, and the utilization of new…