In a response to the Minnesota Conference on the Future of Doctoral Study in English, argues that literary theory has redirected attention to the medieval liberal arts of grammar, rhetoric, and dialectic. (JK)

Argues that provision must be made for new works to enter the literary canon, suggesting that meaningful reformation of the canon must evolve from discussion among those involved in the profession of humane letters. Claims lethargy inhibits the process of canon reformation, and discusses revisionist approaches to curriculum. (ARH)

Identifies the activities recognized as drama in the curriculum and suggests that each offers a distinctive educational experience and has a particular educational justification. (Author/RB)

Suggests that English teachers' basic objectives should be to lead students to experience literature as a way of knowing parallel in importance to the ways found in mathematics and science and further discusses the purposes and content of literature courses. (TO)

In an historical perspective, 1892 to 1966, the author discusses six selected occasions on which representatives from colleges and schools have convened to solve common problems in English curriculum. (MM)

Tight money, public disenchantment with higher education, and rapidly changing degree and general education requirements now force the publishing industry and the academic community to reexamine their priorities, commitments, and practices. (Author)

One of the most fruitful ways of introducing students to the Shakespearean drama is by comparing its techniques with those of a movie. (Author)

The article questions educational theories and practices of the past and outlines new ways of developing an open-ended English curriculum for high school English students. (Author/LF)

Author is co-director of the Tri-University Project; article includes excerpts from the Catalog. (SP)

Practical suggestions about units and materials that the author has used in a high-school environmental study class. (Author/SP)

Several of the poems are analyzed in terms of their Biblical references, and suggestions for further study are given. (SP)

Teachers should assume an active role at professional meetings; specific suggestions are given. (SP)

The author pleads for the retention of the subject-centered curriculum rather than switching to child centered activities oriented curricula. (AN)

A brief report on the goals, activities, and organization of junior college English departments as established by a recent nationwide study. (JO)

Explores what the phrase "back to basics" means in terms of the English curriculum. (JL)