The purpose of this paper is to dispel myths about preparing program proposals for the American Psychological Association's annual convention. The report's goal is to increase the number of student presenters at future annual conventions. It has been determined that, for a variety of reasons, psychology graduate students participate more in poster…

A useful or adaptable strategy for coping with the limitations of a small college speech department is the process of developing a symbiotic relationship among grants, publications, and teaching. While using their training, special interests, and institutional setting, educators can (1) draw on the course materials and teaching experiences from…

An innovative professional development program created by the Department of Educational Administration at Brigham Young University is proposed, which is unique to the department and includes both principles agreed to by the faculty and accepted development activities. Also included is a sample program submitted by a faculty member. (JMD)

The following article discusses the worldwide need for professional development in university teaching and the kinds of initiative that are being introduced in some countries. It examines the case for adopting such measures in the Turkish higher education system to ensure quality in all forms of teaching and learning, both on-campus and…

The following article discusses the worldwide need for professional development in university teaching and the kinds of initiative that are being introduced in some countries. It examines the case for adopting such measures in the Turkish higher education system to ensure quality in all forms of teaching and learning, both on-campus and…

This book presents a comprehensive guide to academic writing and publishing, approaching the subject within the context of understanding academic tenure and promotion decisions. The book first provides an overview of the various avenues for publication, such as scholarly journals, books, and conference and symposium papers. Subsequent chapters…

This monograph is a compilation of abstracts of the research conducted by students who participated in a collaborative Educational Leadership master's degree program through San Diego State University and Northern Marianas College, Commonwealth of the Northern Marianas Islands (CNMI). The research projects include: (1) teacher satisfaction and…

The organization, rationale, methods of implementation, and the first year results of a project designed to enhance career development of minority (both sexes) and women graduate-level faculty in the domain of knowledge production and dissemination are described. The National Institute of Education project, entitled Seminar-Workshop on Writing for…

For more than 60 years, the Georgia State Board of Education has allotted funds to the University of Georgia for use in preparation of vocational teachers and administrators. Since passage of the 1963 Vocational Education Act, however, emphasis has been put on programs and services for specific groups of people, rather than on instructional areas…