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Bennett's antidote is a curriculum that encourages children to solve problems, organize information and think critically. He wants pupils to learn reading through greater exposure to engaging narratives like fairy tales, stories and biographies, instead of fill-in-the-blanks "skill sheets" and workbooks. In arithmetic, he presses for an emphasis on problem solving rather than mechanical computation. Instead of a curriculum stuffed with what he terms "ersatz social science," he argues that schools should return to conventional history, geography and civics. He also backs the idea of lengthening the school calendar, perhaps to year-round...
...marriage five years ago to Lady DianaSpencer did not hurt this image. Princess Di, asAmericans have affectionately nicknamed her, hasattracted greater media attention to Charles. LikeCharles, Diana handles press and public occasionswith perfect aplomb. In fact, the only members ofCharles' immediate family who have yet to masterthis skill are his three-year-old son, WilliamArthur Philip Louis, and his two-year-old sonHenry Charles Albert David...
...essay contest for high school and college students. Earlier this year, six TIME writers and art directors judged entries from around the country and awarded five $5,000 and three $500 college scholarships to high school and college competitors. The grants were for essays and illustrations that best demonstrated skill at comprehending and discussing topics arising from the news. Of course, crisp and clear presentation counted too. Says Staff Writer Janice Castro, who helped judge the competition: "We were looking for an ability to think clearly. I was impressed by the students' interest in events and by their strongly felt...
Reagan will need to use all his famous political skill to push back the increasing sentiment for strong sanctions that is sweeping Capitol Hill. Last month the House of Representatives voted overwhelmingly to clamp a total trade embargo on South Africa and force U.S. companies to withdraw their investments. Last week the Senate headed down a similar path as it considered three draft bills calling for sanctions. "The policy of the Administration is a disgrace and an embarrassment," charged Massachusetts Senator Edward Kennedy. "The Congress must act now to put the U.S. back on the right side of history...
...electorate of the Eighth Congressional District has yet to be offered a look at the people behind the campaign rhetoric. If the voters are to differentiate among the candidates, they must see each politician's skill in defending a position without ready recourse to an issues director. This can best happen in one-on-one debate, where candidates who have watched and analyzed each other for months will be able to go at each other freely and with ample time...