Cites the Lee College-Texas Department of Corrections program as an example of a prison education program's value in reducing recidivism. Discusses the program's vocational-technical curricula, instructional components, inmate/student selection, support services, graduation and recidivism statistics, inmate reactions and tuition and costs. (DMM)

The author reports on the multicultural, bilingual art program she created for elementary-age children at the Marcos de Niza community center in Phoenix, Arizona. This article is part of a theme issue on multicultural art education. (SJL)

The author describes the itinerary and impressions of a group (Music Educators National Conference) of American composers, dancers, and other artists who made up the first cultural delegation from the United States to the People's Republic of China since the normalization of diplomatic relations between the two countries. (Author/KC)

TRAINS (Training, Resource, Assessment, Intervention, and Network System), which can assist trainers in developing programs with transfer elements in them, is described. It enables trainees to do what they were trained to do, when they are supposed to do it, and where they are supposed to do it through generalized training. (CT)

Describes a secondary reading program which uses historical fiction to enrich social studies courses. A bibliography of the fiction used is included. (RM)

Describes how a group of upper-elementary students in Highland, Illinois, designed and constructed a large mosaic mural depicting their city. Students were enthusiastic and highly motivated by the project. Widespread publicity excited intense community interest and involvement. The problems of design and construction are discussed. (AM)

The development of an economics course that uses Apple computers and videodisc players is described. The course was chosen because it is one that is frequently eliminated when school budgets are tightened and enrollments drop, and it was felt that the new technology could offer a solution. (MP)

Describes how mathematics contests for high schools were set up in North Carolina so others wishing to organize such ventures may benefit from the experience. The contest is seen as one more step in unifying teachers of a region in both enthusiasm and a sense of direction and purpose. (MP)

Current investigations in the Computers and Music group in the Department of Systems Design Engineering at the University of Waterloo are detailed. New instructional methods and applications are described and proposed that take advantage of microcomputers to improve and enhance the teaching and learning of music. (MP)

Discusses the School Improvement Project of the New York City public schools. Lists five factors identified by the Project as determinants of student academic success and outlines the job responsibilities of the school Project liaison person. (FL)

Describes supportive group therapy for parents who sought relief from the painful grief experienced after the suicide of their child. Results indicate parents who felt overwhelmed by feelings of shame, guilt, self-doubt, confusion, and isolation found some relief in the universality of their grief and felt accepted and understood. (Author)

Describes the program whereby journalism students at the University of Florida cover community events for the "Gainesville Sun." Notes that the program has prompted students to be more accurate in their reporting. (HOD)

Describes and traces the history of the Arts Recognition and Talent Search (ARTS) program, which recognizes young people who have exhibited talent in the arts. (Author/JM)

The call for "Back to Basics" is reviewed in regard to mathematics instruction. Activities associated with the annual Basic Skills in Math Month in Syracuse, New York public schools are featured. Improvement of student scores on statewide tests during this period is seen as more than just coincidence. (MP)

Examples of computer applications to solving real-world problems as generated by students at the Asian Institute of Technology (AIT) are featured. (MP)