Reviews two reports that, first, describe the current state of affairs in curriculum development focusing on the relationships between federal involvement and more local educational agencies and organizations; and, secondly, attempt to articulate a set of statements that would guide national policy on curriculum research, development, and…

Describes the historical process through which certain social meanings became particularly school meanings and a study of kindergarten experience that documents the potency and staying power of these particular social meanings, and raises the question of whether piecemeal reforms can succeed. (Author/MLF)