Proposes use of target situation analysis (TSA) as means of removing superfluous terminology and establishing different levels of need in order to realize value of needs analysis in ESP. TSA goes into situations, collects and analyzes data to establish the communication that occurs. (Author/BK)

Claims that choral reading of poetry can increase children's appreciation of poetry and extend their interpretive reading skills. Reasons to include such an approach in a curriculum are tied to child development theory. Attention is given to ways to plan such classroom activities. (Author/DB)

Traces development of the problem-based, five-year curriculum of the new medical school at the University of Newcastle (Australia), outlining the events of the three years before it opened and commenting on the experiences of its first year. A timetable of medical problems studied by the students is presented. (Author/JD)

The educational philosophy of Alfred North Whitehead is briefly outlined and its principles applied to the structure and development of curriculum for veterinary education. Selecting learning experiences to meet Whitehead's educational aims is discussed, and the problem of integrating literary, scientific, and technical components is noted. (MSE)

In 1978 a survey was conducted of 76 schools offering both undergraduate and graduate degrees. Results suggest that something other than a logical, systematic design is determining the required science and liberal arts base for nursing. (JOW)

Outlines the structural elements useful for systematic construction of an industrial arts curriculum. Steps include (1) curriculum foundations (definition, rationale, goals); (2) curriculum content (scope, sequence, specifications); and (3) curriculum evaluation. (SK)

The choice of a secondary reading program implies a goal or goals, and such goals are themselves derived from educational ideologies. The author identifies five ideologies and outlines their respective views on the purpose of reading, the definition of literacy, and the techniques and materials appropriate to a secondary reading program.…

A case is made for broader intellectual education in the undergraduate years of college. (JD)

A teacher reminisces on her experiences in Japan after World War II. (JD)

The results of this survey support the position that universities and colleges are developing an emphasis on motor development programs. (LH)

Curriculum design model provides a conceptual basis for ongoing planning and appraisal of the school system by members of the community. (JOW)

Contends that curriculum fragmentation does not exist, and that unless children develop a command of the details of any given body of knowledge, they will not be able to use their powers of critical and creative thinking. (Author/MLF)

The Munn Report's style of thought owes much to the kind of philosophy of education which came into vogue in the 1960s. In particular, the work of Professor Peters and Professor Hirst seems to have had an undue and unhelpful influence. (Author)

A response to Darling's critique of the Munn Report, pages 25-32 of this journal issue. (SJL)

Gains in health knowledge can vary greatly depending on the type of elementary school health education curriculum employed. (JD)