Effects of sex and birth order on interactions between mothers and their six-month-old infants (matched in social class, infant's birth order, and sex) were studied using different sequential behavioral analyses. Results for each method are discussed. (Author/AEF)

Discusses public attitudes toward the government and government agencies. People feel that the biggest threat to the country is "big government." Also, people feel that government agencies are not working well and that they undertake tasks beyond their competence. Key episodes fostering these beliefs are the War on Poverty, the Vietnam War, and…

Sixty college students, representing three of Kohlberg's moral judgment stages, were exposed to a compliance situation. Self-awareness was experimentally increased in 30 subjects. Those in moral stages 3 and 4 complied significantly more than stage 5 subjects. Results are discussed in terms of a cognition-behavior relationship. (Author/SJL)

Presents one-year follow-up of clients completing a behavioral weight reduction program at Stanford University's Eating Disorders Clinic. Clients maintained in-treatment weight loss over the follow-up period, but there was marked variability and a low correlation between in-treatment and posttreatment performance. Clients reported significant…

This letter is written in response to Joseph P. Farrell's article (Comparative Education Review 23, February 1979), "The Necessity of Comparisons in the Study of Education." It raises doubts about the possibility of an exact science of education because education is based in the humanities. (KC)

Four educational models are presented; then the implications of these models for discipline are explored and explicated. The aim is to promote a greater awareness of the theoretical assumptions which motivate different attitudes toward discipline, thereby creating a more solid basis both for understanding and for intelligent action. (Author/KC)

The article discusses a study which examined whether Black students who attended desegregated high schools were more likely to attend desegregated colleges. Data were based on a survey of 253 randomly selected Black students in Florida. Findings indicated that attendance at an integrated high school is a major variable influencing a student to…

A ratio adjustment procedure for baseline records which compares the observed response frequency with a maximum possible frequency for each observation period is described. This ratio is transformed into a response percentage with a more general predictive value for the behavior modification practitioner. (Author/RC)

Review of literature on gender-linked aspects of nonverbal behavior reveals that the differences in nonverbal behavior are in line with societal expectations calling for women to be reactive and for men to be proactive. Communication between the sexes is discussed in terms of smiling, personal space, touch, and talk. (JMF)

Described is a study to test the assumption that factual knowledge and feelings are independent variables acting to some extent to produce environmentally responsible action. (Author/RE)

Discusses a study which examined influences of teaching methods and classroom environment on motivation, attention, and concept attainment of high school social studies students. (Author/DB)

Suggests approaches for use by social studies classroom teachers as they develop programs to help high school students understand juvenile delinquency and to develop diversion projects for teenagers. Reviews projects already in existence and suggests resources to help students and teachers gain the necessary background. (DB)

Canadian Guidance and Counseling Association members were surveyed using the Counselor Role Questionnaire for present and preferred functions and responsibilities. Sixty percent of counselor respondents did not engage in group methods, consultation with other counselors, public relations activities, and research as often as they felt they should.…

Describes a study of the impact of the first year of television on an Eskimo community by comparing the residents' responses with those of inhabitants of a community without television. Responses indicate a social impact on specific attitudes, but an overall retention of basic Eskimo values. (JMF)