(1996). Persisting and Common Stereotypes in U.S. Students' Knowledge of Africa: A Study of Preservice Social Studies Teachers. Social Studies, v87 n3 p119-24 May-Jun. Reveals a preponderance of stereotypical beliefs about the African continent among preservice social studies teachers. Many social studies teachers possess little, and often inaccurate information concerning Africa. Includes guidelines for correcting these misconceptions and teaching about Africa from a global perspective. (MJP)…
(1997). Native Art of the Southwest. Texas Child Care, v20 n4 p22-31 Spr. Provides historical information on native Southwest peoples and their arts to encourage appreciation and understanding of this cultural heritage. Provides instructions and supply lists for age-appropriate craft projects including woven baskets and rugs, clay pots, clay and paper beads, silver bracelets, kachina dolls, sand paintings, dream catchers, and animal carvings. (SD)…
(1996). Between Pandemonium and Order: Assessing International Organizations and Multiethnic Societies. American Behavioral Scientist, v40 n1 p66-85 Sep. Provides a concise and fascinating overview of the historical development of international efforts responding to incidents of atrocities and oppression. Traces this humanitarian impulse from the mid-19th century, through the League of Nations, to the current United Nations. Considers the limitations and potentialities of current endeavors. (MJP)…
(1996). Global Inequalities: Gender, Class, and Race/Ethnicity. Teaching Sociology, v24 n2 p207-11 Apr. Discusses a case study approach to internationalizing an undergraduate interdisciplinary sociology course that explores the sources and consequences of inequality. Presents three case studies from Baltimore (Maryland), Japan, and Zimbabwe, each one detailing social and economic causes of inequality. Briefly covers class assignments and a concluding wrap-up of the material. (MJP)…
(1995). What the Russian School Ought to Be Like. Russian Education and Society, v37 n3 p45-58 Mar. Asserts that Russian society and Russian schools are going through a profound crisis. Maintains that the best approach to solving social and educational problems is to restore and develop national principles and group cohesion. Criticizes the United States and Japanese educational systems and calls for Russia to follow its own path. (CFR)…
(1992). Include the African-American Community in the Debate. Social Policy, v22 n3 p37-39 Win. It is hypocritical to oppose black immersion schools (BISs) as resegregationist. BISs are a solution to urban school problems proposed in areas where integration has failed. BISs are a reaction to that failure, not a cause of it. To succeed, BISs must address issues of social and economic justice. (SLD)…
(1990). Refugees in History and in the History Classroom. OAH Magazine of History, v4 n4 p14-18 Spr. Teaching about refugees and having refugees as students requires examining ethical questions concerning responsibilities of U.S. citizens and providing refuge for oppressed peoples. Suggests that, through teaching historical understanding of these issues, one builds community in multi-ethnic classrooms and helps to combat hostility toward newly arriving peoples. (NL)…
(1992). The Difficult Road to Educational Pluralism in Central and Eastern Europe. Prospects, v22 n2 p207-15. Discusses general problems of educational pluralism in the nations of central and eastern Europe. Asserts that, contrary to many western Europeans, the nations of central and eastern Europe are very different from one another in politics, economics, and education. Reviews developments in Bulgaria, Czechoslovakia, and Hungary. (CFR)…
(1977). International Conference on Education, Geneva, September 1977. Development of Education: 1974/1976, Report from New Zealand. The educational system of New Zealand is based upon principles set down in the Education Act of 1964 and the Universities Act of 1961. Public education is free, coeducational, secular, and compulsory between the ages of six and 15 years. A number of private and religious organizations also offer primary and secondary education in compliance with governmental standards. Children under the age of five years may attend free or private kindergartens, play centers or child care centers. Control and management of state primary schools are the responsibility of 10 Education Boards which operate under the Department of Education. Secondary schools are generally controlled by local boards. The University Grants Committee sets higher education degree requirements and recommends allocation of funds from Parliament for university education and research. All levels offer basic and compulsory subjects which are set by national committees comprised of educators and lay people. Three year teacher…
(1997). Innovative Approaches in Rural Education. Rural Information Center Publication Series, No. 54. Revised Edition. As telecommunications advance at a rapid pace, rural public school systems must take advantage of new teaching methodologies and tools such as distance learning, experiential education, and computer networking. This publication provides access to the current literature on innovative educational strategies to increase learning success with minorities, youth-at-risk, gifted, emotionally and physically handicapped, as well as rural students. It lists 141 annotated entries in the areas of general resources; curriculum design, teaching methods, and teacher training; distance education; funding for rural education; partnerships in schools; special needs (multiculturalism, high-risk students, special education); and technology. Addresses and other contact information are given for 30 journals and 47 organizations at the federal, national, and regional levels interested in rural education and educational equality. (SAS)… [PDF]
(1990). Secondary Art Education: An Anthology of Issues. In this anthology, 18 authors address art education and classroom issues of concern to the middle and high school level teacher. The volume includes: (1) \The Discipline of Art\ (Harlan Hoffa); (2) \Art Criticism and Social Integration of the Disciplines of Art\ (Tom Anderson); (3) \The Period of Transescence and Its Relevance for the Secondary Level Art Education Program\ (Andra N. Johnson); (4) \Forms of Instruction Used by Art Teachers with Pre-Adolescents\ (Mary Stokrocki); (5) \Are Art Teachers Prepared To Teach the NAEA Essential Components?\ (Adelaide Rusch; William J. Thomas); (6) \Grading Student Artwork: A Plan for Effective Assessment\ (Carole Henry); (7) \Environment of Middle and Secondary Art Classrooms: Becoming Aware of, Designing, and Implementing Changes in the Furniture, Facilities, and Spaces\ (Antonia Araca); (8) \The Art Classroom as a Behavior Setting\ (Frank D. Susi); (9) \Sketchbooks\ (Roberta W. Rice; Sue Ellen McNeil); (10) \Computers in Art Education\…
(1985). Recommendation 928 (1981) on the Educational and Cultural Problems of Minority Languages and Dialects in Europe. Western European Education, v17 n1 p8-9 Spr. Recommendations of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe (33rd ordinary session) concerning minority languages and dialects in Western Europe are outlined. One recommendation is that governments adopt the policies of educating preschool children in their own dialects and of bilingual instruction from primary through higher education. (RM)…
(1978). Grade 6: Political Science. World Cultures–A Comparative Study. The curriculum guide presents a working draft of the sixth grade component of a K-6 social studies program using the expanding environments approach which was developed by the Allegany County Board of Education in Maryland. The overall objective is to help teachers assist their students in gaining the understanding needed to deal with the problems of a complex society. The bases for each unit are three goals (development of social science concepts, skills, and social attitudes), and six conceptual statements relating to ethnic heritage studies; family life; and citizenship, career, consumer, and environmental education. The key question/suggested activity format involves students in gathering and organizing data, and in analyzing its content and implications. The sixth grade unit is presented in two sections. Section I deals with the rules and laws every society and group develops to govern the conduct of its members and to provide protection for them. Activities study the structure…
(1986). Report of Lethbridge Native Education Task Force to Boards of Lethbridge School District #51 and Lethbridge Catholic Separate School District #9. Canadian Journal of Native Education, v13 n3 p37-41. Reports Task Force recommendations for a sound education program providing opportunities for success for Indian, Metis, and Inuit students and information for Native and non-Native students about Native people, history, culture, and contributions to community and nation. (LFL)…
(2001). Critical Pedagogy in Deaf Education: Teachers' Reflections on Implementing ASL/English Bilingual Methodology and Language Assessment for Deaf Learners. Year 4 Report (2000-2001). USDLC Star Schools Project Report. The Star School staff of the Engaged Learners project at the New Mexico School for the Deaf in Santa Fe has completed its fourth year of a 5-year federally-funded program. This project aims to improve language-teaching practices of teachers who work with learners who are deaf by providing training in current bilingual theories and pedagogical techniques, including Engaged Learning practices, through a convergence of Internet, Web, and distance learning technologies. The project promotes proficiency in American Sign Language (ASL) and English for all students based on the belief that bilingualism enhances cognitive, social, and linguistic growth. This publication describes the projects fourth year activities and the overall project impact. Information is provided on: (1) participating teachers and mentors; (2) training materials; (3) teachers experimentation with ASL/English bilingual assessment for students with deafness and teachers written reflections on the training; (3) teachers… [PDF]