Three male students (ages 13-15) with behavior disorders/emotional disturbances were taught to self-monitor in 3 successive academic areas: reading, mathematics, and spelling. Students made gains in academic accuracy, productivity, and on-task behavior; and improvements were observed across all subject areas. (Author/JDD)

Data on undergraduate student gender (by percentage), athlete gender, total spending on athletic scholarships, and percentages awarded to men and women are presented for 257 National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division I colleges and universities. In many cases, data are offered for both 1991-92 and 1993-94. (MSE)

This study examined the relationships among perceived levels of intoxication, blood alcohol levels, and impairment of selected psychomotor skills used in driving. Results reinforced previous findings which correlated perceptions of intoxication and other measures. These findings suggest that alcohol consumption tables, which calculate one's…

Reviews studies on occupational stress among teachers in British schools. Considers the prevalence of self-reported occupational stress, sources of stress, symptoms and effects, and coping actions. Argues that, in view of changes in education, further research is needed to provide updated information on which to base an understanding of teacher…

Relations among self-reported social skills, teacher ratings of classroom behavior, and direct observations of social interactions among 87 adolescents with mild mental retardation were investigated. Results demonstrated that (1) four domains of social skills were related to students' task orientation; and (2) the three sources of information…

Describes a study of undergraduates in a biology course for nonmajors that examined the effects of four methods of immediate corrective feedback during computer-based instruction (CBI). The relationship between types of corrective feedback and types of errors made by learners during CBI and during a later retention test is also examined. (33…

Results of an 18-year longitudinal study of 48 Israeli high school students who were seniors at the study's start suggest that measures of creative thinking and creative leisure activities were more important than school-oriented predictors of intelligence and school grades in predicting creative attainments in adults. (DB)

Discussion of interactive classroom technology systems highlights experiments with a new interactive system called RESPONDEX which was used for both course delivery and diagnostic data collection. Studies included class break duration; truthfulness in response to sensitive questions; course design monitoring; and personality and learning style…

An annual national survey on trends in college administration found administrators (n=406) viewed finances as a major concern on campuses. Few respondents rated their institutions high on response to women's issues, and, although many were hiring more women and minorities, a slowdown is anticipated. Extensive use of part-time faculty was reported.…

A discussion of tracking, or student grouping by academic ability, looks at arguments for and against such tracking, outlines several alternatives, including cooperative learning, active teaching strategies, and extended learning time for low-achievers. It is concluded that tracking is ineffective, harmful to many, and undermines democratic…

Summarizes a research project on the perceptions of library and information science faculty and staff about part-time and distance students. Topics explored include the extent of agreement between deans and faculty members about these students and the relationship of factors such as faculty rank and school size to respondent perceptions. (Contains…

Examined the relation between part-time employment and adolescent development. Long work hours were associated with lower performance in school, greater psychological and somatic distress, drug and alcohol use, delinquency, and autonomy from parents. Workers do not have any advantages over nonworkers in self-reliance, work orientation, or…

Describes the use of interactive videodiscs in middle schools and high schools for science and math instruction. Topics discussed include establishing multimedia workstations; positive student attitudes; combining computer software and videodiscs; decreases in failure rates; positive motivation; pacing for individual needs; and effective time…

The use of interactive computer-based simulation of cases of chronic orofacial pain and temporomandibular joint disfunction patients for clinical dental education is described. Its application as a voluntary study aid in a third-year dental course is evaluated for effectiveness and for time factors in case completion. (MSE)

Reports on a review of research into the effects of organizational structure on the acquisition of knowledge. Asserts that the opportunity to learn has two dimensions: (1) the amount of exposure; and (2) the quality of exposure. Concludes that teachers and students make decisions about these dimensions, which are affected by inducements and…