Flexible learning is an approach which can benefit students with learning difficulties, by meeting learning needs through the flexible management and use of a range of learning activities, environments, and resources, and by giving students increasing responsibility for their own learning and development. The approach involves reflection, review,…

The connections between college student self-evaluation and student development are examined, and it is proposed that such self-evaluation may actively encourage specific aspects of cognitive, psychological, and social development and help the student integrate the experience. (MSE)

Individual differences and the late development of exceptional ability in some individuals are considered. The late development of some great achievers is mentioned, and areas of development to emphasize in young students are noted. Ways to enhance learning and match education to needs are considered, with attention to the United Kingdom'…

This article argues for the inclusion of narrative literature in college social science courses, since such literature can enhance students' understanding of scientific content by elucidating theoretical and empirical concepts with concrete examples. Evidence of the effectiveness of autobiographical literature is presented, and suggestions for…

Examined effects of the Grow with Guidance System, a systematic affective education program, on students and teachers in elementary school. Findings from 224 students and 11 teachers revealed that teachers who used the program were perceived by students as more inviting, and that students who participated in the program demonstrated more…

This article describes a summer mathematics enrichment program for gifted junior high students. Concerns in the areas of attrition, student motivation, student selection, and developmental influences on student persistence are raised, and research directions are outlined. (DB)

A former eighth grade teacher recalls her experiences with a student who was extremely shy and afraid of oral presentations required by his English class. After she worked with him to strengthen self-confidence, he was able to speak, and he became more confident in other areas of his life. (SM)

This article presents a general theory for developing creative productivity in young learners by examining interactions among: the learner (abilities, interests, learning styles); the curriculum (content and methodology of a discipline, structure of a discipline, appeal to the imagination); and the teacher (knowledge of the discipline,…

On campus as in society, male-centered paradigms of sex role and identity are being challenged. A relationship-centered model of psychological development is currently of great interest. Areas of conflict between male and female students include stereotypes and political correctness, violence and rape, hostility toward women, the economy,…

Compared outcomes of college as perceived by African-American and white alumni in the affective or personal growth categories. An analysis of responses to an alumni survey revealed that, for affective growth variables, proportionally more African Americans than whites indicated that college had influenced their growth "very much." (Author/NB)

The article considers ways better to relate theory and practice in teacher education. It discusses alternative media through which practitioners can reflect upon their practice and examines different levels of reflection at which practitioners can be supported in their theorizing. (SM)

College honors programs provide an especially promising context in which to promote reflective judgment by challenging and expanding students' intellectual horizons. However, faculty must carefully assess the different levels of cognitive development among their students, cultivate the skills of reflective judgment accordingly, and understand that…

Statistics suggest that, despite ongoing financial difficulties, the rate of graduation from historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs) is improving, and students of these colleges have higher average wages than similar individuals who did not attend college or who attended non-HBCUs. (MSE)

Results from a pilot study of four different lighting systems indicate that over a two-year period, light had measurable and significant effects on students. Under full-spectrum fluorescent lamps with ultraviolet enhancement, students developed fewer dental cavities and had better attendance, achievement, and growth and development than students…

Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine conducts an off-campus retreat for medical residents, in which the instructional focus is on the humanities and particularly difficult medical and ethical issues. Students have found the format beneficial both personally and professionally, valuing involvement of senior faculty, the programs'…