Published in 1982, American Educators’ Encyclopedia has now been revised to reflect a decade of change. More than 200 items have been added to serve the needs of today’s educators. Additions range from Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome , Attention Deficit Disorders , various computer languages and statistical packages, Schema Theory , and Teacher Warranty Program to Zero Rejection . One-third of the original items have been significantly updated or deleted. The authors have kept the same characteristic and quality of the first edition, which provided readers with an understanding of education terminology and a reference for further direction. Additions, updates and deletions in this edition reflect the changes in American education within the past decade. The original format has not been changed, with references following each item and a variety of areas are examined. The length and language of each item gives the reader an understanding that allows for comprehensive referencing. The original edition of the American Educators’ Encyclopedia was published in 1982 with David E. Kapel and Edward L. Dejnozka.