Tells how using a hand puppet in classroom interactions helped a quiet and inhibited little girl develop skills and spontaneity in written and oral communication. (GT)

The University of Victoria program at Matsqui Institution is based on Kohlberg's theory of moral development. The replicability of the program is discussed, and analyzed in terms of relations with the institution, type of courses, program climate, and staffing. The necessity for developing student identity is emphasized. (MSE)

The inherent characteristics of industrial arts can provide many opportunities for promoting the developmental growth of children. Industrial arts curricular activities and learning experiences that are based on the student's developmental tasks can foster self realization and personal growth. (SK)

An elementary school industrial arts program can provide rich educational experiences to enhance the developmental growth of children. The integration of industrial arts activities into the elementary school curriculum can promote the development of skills necessary to cope with the rapidly changing technological culture. (SK)

Although research on the moral development of college students is in its infancy, recent findings indicate promise for future study and institutional action. The theory of moral development is described from a cognitive developmental perspective, and research on improving thinking about justice and fairness at the college level is examined.…

Efforts to deal with a continuing crisis in sociological values must involve the best that education, the humanities, and the behavioral sciences can offer. (Author)

Interpersonal relationships of students are subject to modification by college experience. Male returnees are more assertive, and expect and receive more spousal support. The female student may report marital happiness when support is low, as long as she and her spouse agree the support level is appropriate. (Author)

Examines significant aspects of student personnel work vis a vis student development. Reveals that "in loco parentis" has been a manifestation of a more overarching philosophical belief that colleges should foster the development of the whole student. (Author)

The Device to Assess Human Behavior produced by this study lists specific human relation behaviors representing five major concepts which educational leaders considered basic to effective communications. Data from professionals, student teachers, and secondary students suggest that these behaviors make a difference to the learning process.…

Reports results of a national survey on methods used to develop leadership skills. Since leadership is so important, institutions of higher education must provide programs designed to assist students in developing these skills. (Author)

Reviews research on sequences in language development and suggests ways to base instruction on each student's level of development. (DD)

Considers the place of composition in liberal education, the proper aims and conduct of such courses.

Takes a look at the state of education, as described in the Coleman report, and voices some personal concerns. (Editor/RK)

Describes the development of social studies and the need to establish its place in the educational curriculum. (RK)

A team of enthusiastic, dedicated teachers proved that for problem readers in today's high schools, in a setting where trained reading teachers collaborated with studio teachers, the visual arts can be an important tool for learning. (Author)