Examines pictorial representations of men, women, boys, and girls in popular computer magazines through content analysis. Results show (1) many stereotypic portrayals and (2) women overrepresented as clerical workers and sex objects and in passive roles vis-a-vis computers. Gives observations regarding effects of stereotypes on females. (Author/SA)

The problems physical educators have encountered in values development in a sports setting are discussed, and a model of a more productive approach is presented. The model suggests educators must make a stronger commitment to values education by being better role models and by teaching values. (Author/MT)

Argues that, in Ethel May, Charlotte Yonge had, altogether unwittingly, created a new kind of heroine; one whose faults were real and who in the curing of them remained altogether herself. (HOD)

The authors, drawing on their own experiences, describe the changes in attitudes and behaviors necessary for this new partnership. They also present a model for nurse-physician interaction. (Author)

Screening, maintenance of the chronically ill, and improving traditional nursing care were the three key concepts in developing this nurse practitioner's role. (Author)

Suggests do's, don'ts, and maybe's for the wives of superintendents who must acquire the finesse to live with what often appears to be contradictory and clashing sets of values and points of view. (Author/WM)

The literature on observer characteristics and imitation was reviewed in an attempt to delineate the role of these variables in the imitative process. (ST)

Imitative behavior in kindergarten children was either reinforced or not reinforced prior to seeing a male aggressive model. The children were tested for imitation and retention of the behaviors. Study provides support for both contiguity'' and generalized imitation'' theories of social modeling. (ST)

It was hypothesized that while approval of donation behavior from altruistic models would be rewarding, such approval from selfish models would be aversive. (Authors)

An author of children's literature argues for the need for more heroes in works for young people. (FL)

After listening to songs with male dominant/female subordinant, female dominant/male subordinant, and neutral lyrics, children recalled more content when the dominant song character was of the child's sex. Boys preferred male to female characters, while girls expressed no preferences. Boys and girls generally wanted to be like the subordinant…

Discusses how the work of artistic creation involves sustained physical and mental effort and the attitude of loving care. The artist is described as a good role model for students. (AM)

Disabled people are moving into education in increasing numbers. Disabled educators make unique contributions to the classroom since they may be the students' only contact with a disability. The American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education (AACTE) has begun to document disabled educators' experiences in teacher training and employment.…

Reports that children between the ages of two and a half and eight made a significant distinction between "male" and "female" occupations, with the extent of the distinction increasing with age level. Discusses the implications of this for career decisions and aspirations. (Author/ST)

The author advocates positive discipline based on teacher behavior which demonstrates self-confidence, courtesy, fairness, respect, and sensitivity. (SJL)