Examines the differences between researchers and practitioners in the field of educational television, assesses the value of current research to television producers, and concludes that cooperation between researcher and practitioner is necessary for effective communication with the audience. (JJD)

A field study of staff networks and personal "fields" (each person's ego-centered network) in two large secondary schools in a northern metropolitan area found that teachers' personal fields were important elements in the creation of the schools' curricula. (RW)

Conflict between a president and a governing board can be reduced by third party intervention. Before a board changes presidents, trustees should seek the best available outside analysts to help clarify issues and circumstances and identify possible alternative courses. (MLW)

Employment counselors appraised personal and job-related attributes of rehabilitation counselors. Rehabilitation counselors rated themselves and how they believed employment counselors would rate rehabilitation counselors on the same scale. Results show rehabilitation counselors' self-ratings which, when compared to how they believed employment…

Presents a survey of accountants regarding their perceptions of barriers to effective communication in the accountant-client and accountant-accountant relationships in the audit, tax, and management advisory services. Conclusions and recommendations are listed. (JMF)

When statistics are the focus, consumer/consultant relationships are often strained. Therefore, decision points in the research and consulting processes are examined for ways to clarify and improve the consulting relationship. A model for analyzing statistical techniques to provide a graphic basis for negotiation is presented. (Author/GDC)

Describes a system that has proven helpful in bringing a physician and school counselor together as professional teammates. The system includes an inservice meeting, selection of physicians, an initial team meeting, referrals, and team conferences. Outcomes of the program are described. (RC)

True professionals develop and create together a better future by their human endeavors in synergy. They must operate comfortably in two cultures--the industrial culture which is disappearing, and the superindustrial or cyberculture which is emerging. (CT)

Basically, the effectiveness of a local school district is determined by the quantity and quality of staff. To be effective, school administrators must maintain good working relationships. Examines the factors that contribute to both good and poor working relationships between teachers and administrators. (Author/RK)

Discusses how collaboration can enhance support services provided to college students with learning disabilities. Defines collaboration and considers the context of federal law concerning disabilities, examines current practice, and outlines a vision for implementing collaborative services. Also examines advantages and disadvantages of this…

Suggests that the most important piece of advice for the survival of English departments is that all faculty members, especially chairs, learn to collaborate effectively. Discusses the kinds of collaboration required for the retention of faculty lines. (RS)

Examines the relationship between preservice student teachers and their cooperating teachers. Considers "lived experience" and expectations of both parties and how they played themselves out in this important formative relationship. Finds that effective mentoring is crucial to the professional development of a preservice teacher. (TB)

College and university public relations professionals have cultivated faculty volunteers and developed new ways to bring the classroom to alumni by involving faculty in homecoming, reunion activities; requesting nominations for alumni awards; informing faculty how their participation affects former students; socializing with faculty to discover…

Discussion of the need for library administration to change from traditional methods based on power and competition focuses on the concept of servant-leadership. Explains characteristics of a servant-leader, including being authentic, being present, being vulnerable and choosing appropriate responses, being accepting, and being useful. (LRW)

Presents the text for a staged reading of "Ties That Bind," a story of a particular academic who has just recently started graduate school at a large research university. (SG)