This paper proposes a model framework, The Ecology of Human Performance (EHP) framework, for organizing adult basic education to utilize the skills of occupational therapists. The paper also includes two responses to the proposed framework by Janet S. Stotts and Cheryl Keenan. Reasons for the inclusion of occupational therapy in adult education…

Comparison of experiences in both a clinic and school setting leads newcomers to feel that while the school setting is more flexible and challenging, it is also more frustrating by virtue of its complexities which must be unraveled before he can function as part of the helping team. (CJ)

An examination of the influence sociology exerts on the ideology of the personal service professions of health, welfare, and education; and the influence of the ideology of the personal service professions on sociology. Reveals that the interaction between the two is mutually inhibiting. (Author/MB)

Effective colleague relationships depend upon ethical action paths which express changing values and define standards. (Editor/IR)

Counselor educators and supervisors of counselors should be concerned about the functions not understood or not performed by directors which the counselors perceived as limiting the effectiveness of the guidance programs. (Author)

Forty secondary school teachers were asked about their attitudes toward student teachers. The cooperating teachers' responses about why and how often they accepted student teachers, whether they regarded student teachers as peers, and what characteristics they valued most in student teachers are summarized. Their advice to student teachers is…

Argues that consultation skills are necessary for effectiveness within instructional development and examines the dimensions of the ideal consultation relationship. A triad relationship between consultant, client, and benefactors, with the instructional developer possessing effective communication skills, ability to use various interview…

Uses a systems approach to propose interrelated changes in the divorce process to provide for a more humanistic approach, enable the law to become an effective support system, maximize client self-determination, and redefine the role of the judge and attorney. Stresses the need for greater interprofessional cooperation. (JAC)

Some thoughts on governing board chairperson and president relationships are offered: mutual expectations must be clear, the president must be teacher to the institution's various publics and especially the board, a president should avoid any private or personal agreements with individual board members, etc. (MLW)

The teacher's day amounts to six or more hours of isolation from other adults, and the special education teacher is more lonely than the regular classroom teacher. Parents need to be called frequently, and evaluation team and individualized education program sessions need to be attended. (SEW)

A college store in Berkeley has developed a public relations program to bring the academic community closer to the store's staff members. Staff introduced themselves in university departments, held coffee hours, and solicited comments and suggestions about store services. (MSE)

Examined the way people interpret ambiguous, but potentially sexual, interactions between the sexes in a work setting. Respondents (N=218) evaluated a vignette depicting such an interaction. Men interpreted the vignettes more positively than did women. Incidents initiated by women were viewed more positively. (Author/RC)

Used photographs and biographical descriptions of female deputy strangers to examine effects of femininity and competence on male deputy attraction to and work acceptance of female deputies. Findings included an attraction preference for feminine-competent female deputies, and greater tolerance of feminine-incompetent female deputies for staff…

Summarizes some practical approaches to developing collaboration between church workers and mental health professionals. Considers barriers to their cooperation. Suggests examples of cooperative efforts, including a support service and consultative services for clergy, church community outreach programs, and cocounseling. Discusses implications…

Argues that the establishment of a solid working relationship with a competent lawyer is a regular part of the business of running a library, and provides practical advice on lawyer selection, fee arrangements, and the ground rules of legal representation. (RAA)