Systematic application of positive reinforcement principles can be a powerful tool for teachers in the classroom setting. (NH)

Females entering as freshman at the University of Iowa were tested during orientation and again as seniors. Results indicate a decrease in dogmatism, increase in interpersonal competence, and in increase in selectivity regarding preferred occupations. (CJ)

By being innovative himself through demonstrating, modeling, or through constructive use of videotaping, for example, the counselor provides the kind of leadership upon which change depends. Whether he attempts to produce genuineness, self actualization, or greater personal control, he is attempting to produce change. (Author)

The use of token-reinforcer systems is discussed, with particular reference to the Staats Motivation Achievement Reading Technique. (NH)

The hypothesis that success influences task preferences was tested. Results supported the hypothesis: the probability of change in task preference was greatest under high success reinforcement ratio conditions. (Author)

"The conditionability of the eyeblink response using a photocell method with human infants was explored... The data indicate the feasibility of studying such conditioning in young infants. (Author)

An interview with three teachers who feel that a change in outlook, as a result of plastic surgery, improved their teaching. (AP)

Reprints from: John P. Zubek, Department of Psychology, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, Canada.