Argues that the terms "active" and "passive" are commonly used (in conjunction with student behavior during reading) in a way that is misleading and unhelpful. (SR)

A generic model provides a conceptual framework that can be used for guiding systematic observation about programs and about the learning conditions needed for cooperative education. These investigations could provide information critical for the modification of existing practices and create more consistent practice. (Author/JOW)

Since 1986, over 1,500 elementary and secondary schools have been recognized and honored by the Department of Education for exemplary leadership, discipline, community support, and high standards and expectations. A recent survey shows that teachers in recognized secondary schools perceive their principals as more effective than teachers in…

Discusses the theory/antitheory debate in the discipline of rhetoric and composition. Urges refocusing the debate away from the relative value of various modes of inquiry and whether any given theoretical discussion adequately informs pedagogy. Advocates defining the field in its largest context. Maintains that theory empowers the discipline as a…

Lauds Haggerson's critique of the author's instructional supervision research issues article for substantiating Hill's contention that interpretivist and "rationalist" methodologies are compatible and can be integrated into a single approach. Assails Scheurich and Lather's article for labeling Hill's position "positivist,"…

Selected examples of the independence of and interaction between language pedagogy and theoretical and applied linguistics research are presented. It is noted that those involved in language pedagogy still function too independently and that interaction must occur to make progress in language pedagogy and linguistics. (23 references) (Author/LB)

Articulates the salient features of a hermeneutic pedagogy as utilized in a composition classroom. Foregrounds the hermeneutical conclusions of Hans-Georg Gadamer as they relate to the teaching of writing. (HB)

Argues for the implementation of mentoring programs for beginning teachers. Outlines theoretical and practical aspects of the concept of mentoring, mentor qualities and expectations, mentoring activities, and outcomes of mentoring. (HB)

Purpose-centered education model identifies broad purpose at each learning stage enabling students to apply their academic learning to meet external challenges. The purpose should involve a socially useful outcome and focus on a substantive knowledge area that is developmentally enriching. Teaching should involve five dimensions of knowledge and…

Reviews reports regarding efficacy of cognitive therapy in various disorders. Concludes that cognitive therapy has fulfilled criteria of system of psychotherapy by providing coherent, testable theory of personality, psychopathology, and therapeutic change; teachable, testable set of therapeutic principles, strategies, and techniques; and body of…

Argues that two basic propositions and their imperatives constitute an "ecological paradigm" useful in public relations theory and practice. Describes the ecological paradigm as constituted of two competing models of organizational change, adaptation and selection. Discusses implications of this model for research. (HB)

Outlines the two basic models that colleges of business follow in their development as institutions, the vertical and the horizontal models. Considers how each of these models affects the design and practice of the teaching of business communication. Asks that faculty be constantly aware of these two models. (HB)

Five principles that can improve correctional education are as follows: (1) theory informs practice; (2) knowledge can inhibit transformative learning; (3) culture inhibits crime; (4) teachers can be students and students can be teachers; and (5) "what goes around comes around." (JOW)

Offers 11 brief voices, views, positions, moments, and comments on the English teaching profession through the lens of pedagogy and in relation to the emerging postmodern view of literature and criticism. (HB)

Teachers have a professional need for instruction in philosophy and philosophy of education that must be satisfied by teacher preparation institutions. Educational philosophers should devote some research effort to exploring philosophical contributions to the guidance of practice. (SK)