Because public school teachers increasingly are being sued for failure to perform their duties adequately, teacher preparation programs should include coursework in school law as a preventive measure. Some cases are discussed and recommendations are made. (MT)

School-university collaboration occurs only as a result of deliberate effort. Using trade between Nepal and Tibet as an illustration, elements of a successful collaboration are discussed, and examples are presented from Florida's Teacher Education Centers. (MT)

An effort to use critical theory as a basis for a developing social studies methods course is used as an example of a practical application of critical theory as a foundation for pedagogical courses. Problems associated with implementing critical methods courses are discussed. (MT)

The reasons why reflective inquiry has not been incorporated into the classroom despite its promotion as an effective teaching method are discussed. A reflective inquiry model grounded in the principles of critical theory is advocated. (MT)

Oral history, as a pedagogical technique, is appropriate to teacher education. It provides insight into the dynamics of being a professional teacher. Benefits and examples from oral history projects are described. (MT)

By using writing-to-learn strategies in their classes, teacher educators can introduce future teachers to the concept of writing as a teaching strategy while improving their understanding of course content. Examples demonstrate the many benefits of the method. (MT)

Teacher and student behavior, feedback, principles of motor learning, task analysis, and the qualitative paradigm as they relate to physical education are discussed. This new knowledge and a new generation of teacher educators/researchers should improve the quality of instruction in the school gymnasia. (MT)

Characteristics of good teaching are described. A general model for identifying, measuring, and developing teaching skills in physical education is presented. (MT)

A bibliography listing 16 documents and journals which deal with general and specific subject methods courses for prospective teachers is offered. (MT)

The Holmes Group Report, "Tomorrow's Teachers," is discussed within the context of teaching as a recognized profession. Some of the goals of the Holmes Group Report are explained. (MT)

This article is a response to "The Holmes Group Report: Impetus for Gaining Professional Status for Teachers" (Case, Lainner, and Miskel) It argues that Case and coauthors fail to prove that their concept of professionalism supports the major recommendations of the Holmes Group Report. (MT)

The Holmes Group proposals for reforming teacher education are evaluated by looking at the effects on teacher knowledge and competence, attraction and retention of talented teachers, organization of schools and the teaching profession, and cost effectiveness. (MT)

"Tomorrow's Teachers," the Holmes Group Report, is reviewed. Areas of agreement and disagreement are explored. (MT)

Few terms have been as misused and as overused as the term "competence." This article attempts to clarify the meaning of the term by describing four common conceptions of competence. (Author/CB)

Research shows that many students entering teacher education programs are deficient in writing skills. This article focuses on how to develop, administer, and score a writing sample. (Author/CB)