Some opinions on the nature and timing of the basic algebra and basic geometry courses in the public school systems of the state of North Carolina were presented. (RK)

Teachers use questioning as a key instructional tool for a number of reasons. Four reasons were highlighted. As well, six major classes of questioning were evaluated. (Author/RK)

The development, influences and effects of attitudes need to be considered as they impinge on the skills and content to be developed and the environment within regular and special classrooms. This paper addresses itself to these issues. (Author/RK)

The present research was designed to begin to explore the relationship between pupil control and the instructional climate in the classroom. (Author/RK)

Suggests six verbal techniques, other than direct questions, by which a teacher may promote classroom discussion: declarative statements, declarative re-statements, indirect questions, imperatives, student questions, and deliberate silence. (SJL)

The author states that there are numerous variables embraced in the concept of contracting (clearly stated objectives, individualization, self-evaluation, cooperation between student and teacher) and lists 27 varieties of contracts. He concludes that objectives and reasons for contracting be clear before determining that contracting is the best…

Considers the nature of the larger corporate society and the school's subordination to it, that before there is educational change, there must be social change, and that schools, by design, will continue to encourage alienation in the larger societal structure while perpetuating the status quo. (Author/RK)

Not only can counseling skills help change student-teacher relationship from one of adversary to one of advocacy, but they form the basis for a more effective interaction within an entire school thereby developing a positive school climate. Describes a training program for implementing teacher counseling skills. (Author/RK)

Almost every instance of tension between the realm of the ideal and the world of reality fosters difficulties for academic freedom. Considers a number of factors that are obstacles to preserving academic freedom. (Author/RK)

Sketches the major developments in the civil rights of teachers and indicates a general expansion of such rights in the beginning phase of the post-industrial era, with some problems still remaining. (Author/RK)

This study, conducted in 1974-75 at Cherokee High School, Cherokee County, Georgia, compared the attitudes of eleventh grade United States history students taught in a team teaching approach with similar students taught in a traditional approach. (Author/RK)

Are there different evaluative perceptions among groups of student teachers completing a variety of special and demanding student teaching projects? Are satisfaction levels higher or lower for pre-service teachers who serve in ethnic minority communities? This exploratory 1975 study attempted to answer those questions by focusing on possible…

Suggests that in the secondary school the use of descriptive ethnography can be a very useful tool in the examination of teacher effectiveness. Stresses the role of the ethnographic researcher as one who is a participant observer taking part in everyday school life. (Author/RK)

This discussion is not about the implications of Dewey's philosophy for teaching method, but rather a restatement of Dewey's position about method and its use in education, that Dewey's idea of method would make a significant difference in directing experience and education. (Author/RK)

Procedures suggested here represent attempts to deal with potential problems of classroom control by making teacher expectations clear, by developing strategies in advance to deal with potential trouble spots during the class hour, and by reacting quickly to subtle changes in students' behavior. (Author)