Argues that a democratic, emancipatory research model consisting of collaborative and explicit statements of purpose, design, data collection, analysis, publication, implications for practice and future research is possible and ideal for the educational community. Argues that this model has evolved to overcome the limitations of the rationalistic…

Examines meanings of "pluralism." Suggests that the term sometimes carries a political meaning in its concern with diversity of groups, and sometimes carries a philosophical meaning in its celebration of different ways of thinking, reading, and writing. Notes that the two meanings are dependent on each other. (TB)

To apply four principles of Teaching for Understanding framework developed at Harvard University, researchers worked with team of four teachers at two Massachusetts high schools. One history teacher revised Industrial Revolution unit to emphasize human progress. Mathematics teacher had students design a dance floor based on several different…

This article demonstrates the impact of functional analysis methodology on clinical work, by describing the evolution of assessment procedures based on "brief functional analysis" methodology at University of Iowa outpatient clinics. It discusses the positive impact functional analysis has had on outpatient clinic assessment as well as…

The development of medical knowledge was studied in 2 experiments involving 185 medical students at various stages and experienced physicians. The focus was on knowledge restructuring rather than acquisition. Experiments showed the importance of practical experience in knowledge restructuring, although the process was not as continuous as…

Reviews the arguments for the value of practical number apparatus and examines the practical activities for which it is used to try to explain why the theoretical benefits do not seem to be translating into practice. (Author)

Examines the theoretical and empirical relationship of training and individualism-collectivism to self-efficacy and performance in studies of managers from Hong Kong, China, and the United States. Uses a laboratory experiment and a six-month field experiment to test hypotheses predicting self-focused training as more effective for individualists…

Provides examples in nine categories of research in vocational special needs education using the empirical-analytical, interpretive, and critical models. Discusses the applicability of the research framework for practitioners and teacher educators. (SK)

Describes method of analysis of the relation between working alliance and therapeutic outcome using hierarchical linear modeling. Results revealed a significant association between linear growth function of therapist ratings of working alliance and therapeutic outcome. Discusses need to conceptualize working alliance as a temporally variant, as…

In honor of the journal's 75th anniversary, the article presents a historical overview, highlighting the thrust of contributors over time, examining concerns for theory informing practice, and discussing how the original editor might view recent volumes. An appendix lists titles and authors published in the journal in 1920, 1934, and 1993. (SM)

Considers the relationship of antifoundationalist theory to writing instruction. Questions the basic premises of antifoundationalist theory. Considers ways of relating knowledge to the material world via language, drawing upon the work of Donald Davidson. Explores the use of philosophy in composition theory. (HB)

Discusses authority's relevance to moral education. Suggests that the concept of authority has been neglected in theory and practice. Argues that no human interaction is possible without authority. Discusses authority's legitimacy and scope of authority in the context of compelling school attendance. Underscores authority's role in moral and…

Impact assessment skills are used in planning practice, reflecting expansion in society's concern with externalities of growth and development, improved methods for predicting environmental effects, and wider acceptance of impact mitigation as a growth management goal. This article reviews the status of impact assessment in planning pedagogy and…

Combining English and math skills and career research with technical course content reinforces for students the value of all kinds of learning. A strong tie between theory and technical application creates an incentive for students to retain academic instruction. (JOW)

Asserts that literary criticism and scholarly analyses provide a broad and enriching resource with which to inform instruction and discussion in a pluralistic classroom. Offers examples of a postreading activity based on seven major interpretations of Robert Frost's "Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening." Presents follow-up and extension…