This chapter examines the relationship between education, educational technology, and instructional development. The Universe of Learning model and the China Syndrome (i.e., the tendency to see oneself, one's activities, or one's interests as being at the center of things) are discussed in relation to student development, faculty development,…

The relationship between selected aspects of personal development and a study abroad experience was investigated. The longitudinal data were collected before studying abroad, after returning from abroad, and 1 year later. The Omnibus Personality Inventory (Form F) was administered to a group of students preparing to study abroad during 1980-1981…

Assessments of organizational effectiveness in a sample of four-year institutions in 1976, 1980, and 1983 were used to investigate the potential causal directionality of unionism and organizational effectiveness. Nine dimensions of effectiveness were analyzed: student educational satisfaction, student academic development, student career…

This resource guide provides guidelines for the development of a new model for student services delivery systems in Colorado's community colleges and area vocational schools. Introductory material discusses the role of student services in the 1980's and provides information on the development of the proposed model and guidebook. Following a…

The author advocates the development of creative thinking and problem-solving in students as an extra dimension necessary to prepare them for future challenges and problems of society. (References are included.) (EA)

Paper describes preliminary steps undertaken by one large school system as it examines the feasibility of reconceptualizing pupil personnel in a new model, that of student development. (Author)

This article reviews nine student development programs which were planned, executed, evaluated and them maintained, modified or eliminated as appropriate. Concludes that such systematic planning, execution and evaluation are essential. (Author/HMV)

The modeling theory of aggressive behavior being promoted by violence on television points to more serious implications, that is, the molding of a national consciousness laden with 19th century values and stereotypical characterizations of reality. Since students are not taught how to watch television, they use it as a perception of reality.…

Author focused on the life and death of one boarding school. (Editor/RK)

Author found some gaps in the published findings on the London EPA project. (Editor/RK)

Children's naturalistic behaviors on a school bus were studied under two conditions: (1) riding to and from school with friendly, responsive adults; and (2) riding to and from school with adults with play materials and related activities to enhance the bus as a living-learning environment. (Editor)

Article provided some recommendations by the Hawaii Music Advisory Council on how to achieve a balanced music curriculum in Hawaiian schools. (Author/RK)

Article described the Executive High School Internship Program, an educational developmental experience which permits the qualified high school student to enter full time the top management level of the world of work in a very real rather than theoretical way. (Author/RK)

Reexamines the relationship between liberal learning and career preparation, discussing the contemporary problem of work and schooling, liberal learning as the development of moral competence, changes in the moral perspective, and the core of liberal learning. (Author/PG)

The family and the school are important socializing environments throughout adolescence. Using longitudinal data, this report examines the effects on students of varying degrees of participation in school and family life. Degrees of participation include the extent of participation in family decisions, the extent of restriction on activities by…