Analyzes different solution strategies to find the area of an octagon. Describes four different generalizations of the original problem and illustrates solutions. (KHR)

Considers how a worksheet-driven curriculum violates the literacy rights and learning potential of special needs children. Discusses the developmental appropriateness of worksheets and outlines 11 reasons why there are problems with using worksheets for children with special needs, and in many cases, any young child. Presents some alternatives to…

Argues that the absence of the arts in testing programs contributes to their marginalization. Considers the role of imaginative potential in determining what is important in schools. Considers what the arts have to do with literacy, that is, with the standard conceptions of reading and writing. Discusses transforming brains to minds, the arts as…

Argues against the practice of designing a major or concentration in English as a gumbo of courses thrown together to add up to required credit hours. Presents five reasons why the "gumbo" model of picking and choosing courses to suit students' taste is not an effective one for students, or helpful to other constituents to whom educators…

Revisits the conceptualization and formation of the basic course in public speaking. Considers how the undergraduate course in basic public speaking introduces new students to the discipline, provides continuing teaching opportunities for both permanent and adjunct faculty, and often supports graduate programs through its staffing by graduate…

Provides an overview of the structure of data analysis, the interrelationship between data analysis and probability, and the connection between data analysis and other components of the mathematics curriculum. Presents a possible order for topics being consistent with modern statistical practice and allows the topics to grow as students moves…

Describes the development of a speaking-intensive course for non-science majors and future teachers and the various types of speaking assignments. Indicates that students learn by teaching and increase their science knowledge, and become more confident when speaking about current scientific issues. (Author/KHR)

Introduces "Language Arts" readers to a remarkable and inspirational woman whose contributions over more than four decades added immeasurably to the understandings of children's oral language, critical reading, and writing. Lists multiple ways that Martha L. King's impact on the field of language arts is reflected. (SG)

Presents materials that contribute to students' excitement and interest. Reminds teachers that with a new curriculum and new guidelines from local or national educational agencies, the goal is to help students become joyfully literate and experience the pleasures and the rewards that most educators associate with learning. Reviews materials for…

Teachers have many expectations for students that are never explicitly verbalized. The Yale Practical Intelligence for School curriculum is based on three kinds of tacit knowledge necessary for adapting to any environment: managing oneself, managing tasks, and working with others. Includes 16 references. (MLH)

Defines "course of study" as a statement of work and course goals and suggests the need to follow a consistent format in developing courses of study for community colleges. Reviews divergent points of view and offers a format for developing courses. (JOW)

The planning, preparation, and delivery of learning experiences tend to be organized vertically, in accordance with schools' structure of curricular subjects and teaching departments, but pupils' experience of the curriculum is horizontal and serial. A rationale for utilizing a horizontal, across-the-curriculum model of support teaching is…

Middle school philosophy requires primary attention to student characteristics and needs when designing language programs. Designers must recognize a need for concrete treatment of subject matter and an integrated, egalitarian approach to instruction. Advice is provided regarding the articulation concerns, program outcome options, and format…

Discusses a survey to ascertain the prevalence and types of education programs to prepare multiskilled health practitioners in the United States. Presents information such as level of diploma awarded, length of study, certification eligibilities; skills combines, curriculum format, instructional personnel, and graduate employment and functioning.…

Provides suggestions to teachers planning to implement a whole language program, based on interviews with three whole language teachers. Focuses on support for the whole language program; decisions about curriculum and evaluation; development of vocabulary and comprehension; strengths and weaknesses of the whole language approach; and preparation…