Proceedings from this workshop sponsored by the Center for the Study of Rural Librarianship are intended to disseminate information to assist rural librarians engaged in planning and conducting public programs that explore issues related to the humanities. This report of the proceedings includes the texts of three presented papers, reactions from…

Main elements of a discussion on mathematics education and parents at an Australian conference are presented. Suggestions on how parents can be involved, including descriptions of three programs, are included. (MNS)

This book is a compilation of drug education and drug abuse prevention materials collected by United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) along with example of activities carried out by various countries. It opens with four introductory papers by separate authors: (1) "Prevention of Drug Dependence: A Utopian…

A new program for preservice elementary teachers at the University of Tasmania is discussed, with the mathematics and mathematics education components described. Reactions to the improved program have been very positive. (MNS)

Describes the rationale and purpose of the Yellowstone Institute, an educational facility that offers short field courses to professional adults about the greater Yellowstone area as one of the last remaining intact wilderness ecosystems in the world. Contact information concerning the course catalog is provided. (JJK)

Describes a simulation model of family life education for high school youth. Includes guidelines for use of simulation instruction, instructions for conducting specific simulations, and suggestions for designing simulations to deal with other family life crises. Designed to familiarize teenagers with family system concepts. (JAC)

Presents a model based on the Premack Principle which utilizes preferred learning activities to promote the career development of students during free time in the classroom. Free time can be reconceptualized as a medium for extending learning beyond formal instruction. Examples of preferential career activities are described. (Author)

In the midst of national education reform and in line with efforts to describe national standards for school mathematics, Texas is taking an aggressive role in reforming mathematics in the public schools. Ways that Texas schools, the Texas Education Agency, and the State Board of Education are addressing the dramatically changing needs of…

Presents an activity in which participants identify organizational situations in which they have tried to influence others and write brief essays discussing the dynamics. Working in pairs they score each other's essays with a form that includes an analysis of the tactics. Provides suggestions for using this design. (Author/RC)

Describes a three stage sexual enhancement workshop for adults aged 18-20. The sensitization stage involves sessions on sex and society, stereotypes and the sex response cycle. Desensitization involves group discussion and films related to various sexual expressions. Resensitization emphasizes sexual communication. (RC)

Describes a rehabilitation counselor program which includes a package series related to intake interview skills, goal-setting, and systematic caseload management. Develops counselor skills including caseload management, relationship building, intake interviewing, arranging diagnostic services, diagnosing client problems, and goal-setting…

This book provides a blueprint for educators and administrators who are considering the development of a Registered Nurse/Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN/BSN) program and describes state-of-the-art education programs. It includes case examples for successful programs and information on implementation. The chapters were chosen to make the…

Describes a group counseling program with four basic goals: (1) to provide a comfortable atmosphere for college women to discuss sexual issues and concerns; (2) to provide understanding of the physical aspects of female sexual functioning; (3) to confront attitudes and myths; and (4) to encourage a positive self-concept. (Author/RC)

Various perspectives on the training of group workers are presented in nine articles. Topics considered include: (1) problems in training hospital group leaders; (2) training leaders in a behavorial-cognitive approach; (3) micro-counseling and teacher-less approaches to training; and (4) the impact of race and gender on group work. (RC)

Describes the duties and attitudes of graduate teaching assistants who participated in a mentoring program, as well as the assessment of this program, which was instituted as a supervisory alternative to the lecture/recitation program through which graduate teaching assistants have traditionally accumulated the accreditation requirement to teach…