Self-Determination is a central concept in special education practice and policy. Research indicates that students who possess specific self-determination skills have better outcomes and enhanced quality of life. Self-determination is a broad term and can be looked at in a variety of ways with differing values of importance. The concept of…

Korean American adolescents may find themselves caught between traditional Korean culture and demands for Americanization. Subsequently this population of students and parents may have very distinct needs in our schools as they are a growing population of students. This commentary discusses important considerations for teachers and administrators…

This article argues for a social and cultural perspective on mathematics education that sees mathematical knowledge as a "new" civil right and cites The Algebra Project as an example of culturally-responsive instruction. Recommendations are made for reforming teacher education, by including a course for all prospective middle and high school…

Defends use of multiple-choice tests. (Contains 22 references.) (PKP)

This special journal issues focuses on how educational institutions resolve the problem of order and the challenge of building a cooperative learning community, and preparation for the role of citizen in a democratic society. (Contains 49 references.) (Author/MLF)

Outlines the features of most school codes of conduct and their negative consequences based on questionnaire responses from more than 250 teachers and administrators. Suggests a collaborative educational model for developing and reviewing school rules that will better prepare students to be responsible citizens. (Contains 23 references.) (MLF)

A case study of how students have a voice in a school community. Describes the governance system and the ways students participate. Positive results have included a sense of ownership and pride, cooperative adult-student relationships, and the development of greater responsibility and citizenship. An appendix contains the school constitution. (MLF)

Reports a case study of a large regional high school's approach to creating and maintaining a school code of conduct. Describes the goals and processes of the "Jefferson Committee" and examines its outcomes for the school's students, faculty, and administrators. (Author)

Examines the practices in a large public high school where constitutional language and democratic citizenship education--judicious discipline--are introduced into the decision-making processes of the classroom. Data analysis suggests that a considerable number of students felt they possessed a high level of respect and responsibility as a result.…