Asserts that economic well-being rests on a thriving civil society. Discusses lines of inquiry in the human sciences necessary to building a civil society in Canada: (1) enabling individuals to better understand themselves, their values, and their roles as citizens; (2) defining Canadian identity and role as global citizen; and (3) informing the…

Examined the implementation of the Success for All early intervention program in Montreal (Quebec, Canada) at four urban elementary schools with 128 high-risk students compared to 136 control participants. Program implementation resulted in higher reading achievement for the at-risk students. (SLD)

Asserting that liberal education is at risk in Canadian universities, attempts to explain why such policy shifts are occurring; points to the continuing cultural, social, and intellectual value of liberal education; and, drawing from recent census data, demonstrates that liberal education produces generally positive economic benefits to the…

Four grade-9 mathematics teachers in Canada were studied over one year as they implemented destreaming (detracking), which was an externally induced reform in their school system. Implementation of the destreaming had an immediate negative effect on teacher expectations of their own efficacy, but their beliefs rebounded over the year. (SLD)

Three Ontario (Canada) court cases involve challenges to educational regulations or policies resting on traditional assumptions about the religious nature and purpose of schooling. How these cases and two others help clarify the meaning of multiculturalism and whether the Ontario courts hold a particular theory of ethnic relations are discussed.…

The valid interpretation of international testing program results in mathematics and science must recognize inherent limitations to international comparisons, and should give opportunity-to-learn as much importance as achievement data. Canadian test results, looked at in this light, appear better than some critics have suggested. (Author/SLD)

A variety of approaches to gender equity and schooling has developed in Canada over the last 25 years. The recent history of these efforts shows how they have been linked and reveals the body of research on which teachers have drawn in their work in schools. (SLD)

Explores the ecological and pedagogical images hidden within a tale of the author's returning to the place where he grew up and going for a birding walk with some old friends. Contains 18 references. (DDR)

Relationships among student achievement, teacher efficacy, and interactions with 6 history teaching coaches were studied for 18 seventh and eighth grade history teachers in 36 classes. Student achievement was higher when teachers had more contact with coaches and when teachers had more confidence in education's effectiveness. (SLD)

Argues that culturally based education provides indigenous peoples with "continuity of consciousness," while preserving for all peoples a diversity of world views. Reviews international organizations' resolutions concerning the protection of indigenous peoples' cultures, religions, lifestyles, languages, and educational institutions. Endorses an…

Contrasts the modern definition of education (schooling) with the traditional indigenous view that focuses on education as a natural process occurring during everyday activities. Argues that traditional indigenous education ensures cultural continuity and survival of the mental, spiritual, emotional, and physical well-being of the cultural unit…

Outlines culturally based political and legal strategies used by the indigenous peoples of New Zealand to retain or regain control of fisheries, forests, and land. Emphasizes the need to integrate tribal culture and history into the general education system of New Zealand, thereby underpinning customary tribal rights. (SV)

Traces the development of tribally controlled community colleges on American Indian reservations. Describes the problems of perennially inadequate funding. Discusses culturally appropriate curricula and programs offered at tribal colleges, and their success reflected in the increasing numbers of graduates who pursue higher degrees. (SV)

Relates Feuerstein's theory of cognitive modifiability and mediated learning experience to Native American educational issues, including loss of cultural identity, and low academic performance, self-concept, and motivation. Suggests that sound cognitive instruction linked to Indian cultural heritage stimulates motivation and promotes the survival…

Examines Canadian educational systems as they reduced Indian students' self-esteem. Traces history of systematic degradation of Native culture through educational systems since 1600s. Beginning in late 1970s, intervention by Indian parents and tribal elders has led some Indian communities to operate their own school systems. (TES)