Teachers' quests for more data-based planning, problem solving, and decision making often stumble against limited capacities for engaging in thoughtful interactions, with groups typically lacking process tools, collaborative communication skills, and reflective habits. This article presents a three-phase model for guiding data-driven dialogue in…

Discusses problems of underachievement, especially among potentially high ability students, and the difficulties inherent in reversing this process. Presents new perspective and strategies that promote success. Describes Type III enrichment experiences as a means to unleash students' potential. Speculates as to what causes turnaround within an…

Under Policy Governance, superintendents get full authority to run districts, but their actions must be aligned with board policy and certain board-imposed limitations. Boards' policy can change dramatically with elections, causing a change in Policy- Governance climate. Board decisions cannot be changed unless a majority approves. (MLH)

Problems in research on participation in adult education include the following: (1) treatment of participants as voluntary, which ignores the growth of compulsory training in the workplace; (2) lack of knowledge about the choice to be a nonlearner; (3) individualistic focus; and (4) inadequate investigation of informal learning. (SK)

Reports findings from an ethnographic study of educational restructuring at an institute of technical and further education in Australia. Documents Australian governments' adoption of hyperrational educational-improvement strategies by reworking institutional roles framing daily practices. Countersteering geared to other values and priorities…

This review of sensory integration (SI) intervention with children who have language disorders discusses research which both supports and fails to support SI constructs and efficacy. Sections cover theory and principles of SI, assessment of sensory integrative dysfunction, SI therapy, and implications for language learning and academic success.…

Examines the history and evolution of schools, colleges, and departments of education (SCDEs), noting the current congenital malaise and discussing: Dewey's thinking about SCDEs and the theory practice relationship; tensions within and outside of the academe; the research-practice dichotomy; the mission of schools of education; and lessons learned…

Discusses a theoretical model that can be used to deepen understanding of the nature and process of self-learning, and to facilitate students in becoming highly motivated and effective self-learners with the support of a networked human and information technology (IT) environment. Explores how the theory's implications can contribute to…

An online survey received 34 responses from allied health students using Web-based case studies in cardiopulmonary sciences. Internet cases helped with practical application of theory. They fostered independent over collaborative work. Students preferred Internet cases to lectures. Although the Internet increased access to information, there were…

The introductory article to this special issue notes the goal of elucidating the meaning of science and defining the notion of rigor in the social sciences with reference to special education and the field of emotional/behavioral disorders in particular. It describes the issue's guiding conceptual framework and provides a brief overview of each of…

Describes a pilot study that investigated applications of the theory of multiple intelligences (MI) to shape and inform teaching practices and instructional strategies. The study identified, documented, and promoted effective real world applications of MI theory in foreign and second language classrooms. (Author/VWL)

Describes in detail the design and implementation of a collaborative learning project in a Constitutional law class, then uses education and social science research to explore how best to create and implement a collaborative learning project. Relates the research to the experience of the class project. (EV)

Examined the congruence of professed beliefs about teaching and observed instructional practices of four graduate teaching assistants in an elementary French program at a large state university. Found that their classroom practices were often at odds with their expressed clear beliefs; they attributed this to difficulties arising from their status…

Highlights connections between recent findings in brain research and principles of Developmentally Appropriate Practices, discussing implications for early childhood education practice. Explores the similarities between brain research findings and a constructivist approach in which environments are designed to gain the learner's attention, foster…

Critiques various definitions of adventure therapy, then suggests that adventure therapy is any intentional, facilitated use of adventure tools and techniques to guide personal change toward desired therapeutic goals. Reflects on the nature of adventure therapy through a discussion of the application of this definition and its implications for…