This survey of technological change looks at the impact of new technology on mass media, spots observable cultural and social trends created by these changes, and then analyzes the effect of these trends on education. (Author/CT)

The Leadership in Educational Administration Development (LEAD) Program is a six-year, $35 million federal program to improve school leadership. This article provides an overview of LEAD and a brief description of major themes characterizing the LEAD center programs across the country. (JOW)

Considers the effects of the Leadership in Educational Administration Development (LEAD) Program. Reviews both program and project specific accomplishments. (JOW)

The issues surrounding censorship of student press and legal restraints are controversial and complex. High schools and colleges may need to reevaluate or establish policies that clearly define the role of the newspaper as well as the role of administrators, advisers, and students. (JOW)

The purpose of this article is to encourage teachers, principals, therapists, and others in rural education to recognize and share the gold mine of solutions and successes they can offer and to begin by developing networks through which they can share their practices and solutions. (Author)

Proposes an alternative conceptual framework that can address students with severe disabilities in rural schools and can include a broad range of learning needs in the general education classroom. (JOW)

Good teachers like to be associated with good schools and school systems. The small rural school could become excellent in ways that would resolve its recruitment difficulties while improving education for students and teachers alike. (JOW)

A consulting teacher approach to educational programs for gifted students can offer enrichment opportunities to a broad range of the student population as it provides the alternative learning environments very able students need in order to fulfill their potential. (Author)

There are many ways in which children and youth can become at risk. This article presents a taxonomy of conditions that may contribute to students being "at risk" in rural areas. (JOW)

A multicultural, nonsexist approach to art education raises individual awareness and creates appreciation for one's own culture and that of others. It helps teachers bridge the gaps between home and school, between equal opportunity ideals and actual practice, as well as fostering self-realization. (SK)

Multicultural education can prepare students to be culturally literate, by helping them develop (1) good self-concept, (2) sensitivity and understanding, (3) perception of conflicting interpretations of values and events, (4) decision-making skills, (5) open minds, and (6) awareness of stereotyping. (SK)

In an historical examination of educational equity issues the authors examine why sex equity remains an unrealized goal, how teacher behavior affects equity, and why classrooms and campuses are not encouraging places for women. The lack of support for equity in the current political climate is also addressed. (SK)

The author defines the concept of lifelong education. He relates lifelong education to five social features: social change, the world of work, demography, control, and the mode of delivery. (CH)

The author defines lifelong learning and discusses components of the process, including learners, providers, society, and public policy. He considers the role of higher education in lifelong learning. (CH)

The author develops a model for adult cognitive development useful for providers of lifelong education. The model is based on a framework relating the receiving of information to gaining knowledge, leading to wisdom. (CH)