Research attempts to determine which variables in schools and classrooms promote effective learning experiences for children. (JF)

The role of the Associated Public School System--a national research and study council of 115 schools, with a 22-year history--in the validation of new school practices is crucial and growing in a period when everything is questioned. (Author)

Describes how Niles Township High School's self-directive contracts with students have cut down incidents of vandalism and disruptive behavior. (Author)

Lauds Fargo, North Dakota, elementary school's efforts to enhance students' natural curiosity and enthusiasm for learning. (Author)

How teacher oversupply and the financial squeeze affected one teacher wh6 resigned a job in order to pursue the doctorate. (Author)

Reports a Federally financed countywide project to identify the causes of public neglect of the schools and to list remedies. (Author)

Describes the failure to raise adequate school revenues through equitable means and the inability to allocate resources in an effective and equitable manner. (Author)

Ohio schools are particularly hard hit by the taxpayers' rebellion." (Author)

An appraisal of performance contracting in an upper income school district. (JF)

Describes a Government reorganization plan proposed by President Nixon that would make the present Office of Education part of a new department of human resources. (Author)

Argues merits of a separate department for education in the Federal Government. (JF)