Provides a rationale for the use of cognitive developmental theory as a framework for counselor education, discusses the implications for preparation programs, and suggests evaluation and research possibilities in this area. Discusses theory's theoretical background, reviews components of successful programs, and presents specific strategies. (EMK)

To address the persistent challenge of Greek alcohol abuse, campus administrators must work with Greek letter organizations to establish effective alcohol policies and programs that promote alcohol awareness and responsible use. Provides examples of programs already in place. (MKA)

The most important job description for educators is discovering and providing conditions fostering off-the-chart learning curves for children and adults. At-risk students and educators are those with little possibility of continued learning. Only when schools become communities for adult development, will they become hospitable to student…

This critique of J. Renzulli's models of gifted education suggests a weakness is the lack of school-based assessment procedures to guide decisions about a broader range of acceleration, enrichment, and other types of program options. Major ideas underlying Renzulli's theory are examined including broadening the talent pool, emphasis on products,…

Analysis of Longitudinal Study of American Youth data indicates that during grades 7-11, males and females acquired mathematical skills at the same rate. Variation in student scores increased over time, and students maintained their initial position in the distribution. This fan-spread phenomenon also occurred among schools and was more pronounced…

This study included 372 Hispanic college students from four institutions. The results of the study verify the Bicultural Orientation Model as a tool for identifying Hispanic college students' cultural orientation. The four cultural orientation quadrants are Bicultural Orientation, Anglo Orientation, Hispanic Orientation, and Marginal Orientation.…

What is racism? A thematic analysis of seventeen narrative accounts in this issue of personal experiences with racism is reported. Specific themes are discussed within conceptual categories of systematic oppression, grieving, awakening of critical consciousness, coping mechanisms, and power. Racism is deconstructed through these stories; new paths…

Asserts that by educating young people and by setting an example, teachers and schools can play a significant part in the important crusade to eliminate sweatshops. Reports on what schools, businesses, and others are doing in this crusade. Puts forth ideas for how Catholic schools and the individual can help. (VWC)

Descriptive study of factors influencing the development of beliefs about learning and knowledge among South Korean high school students. Finds that three of six developmental factors affected student beliefs: age, GPA, and independent self-construal. Compares findings with those of previous U.S. studies. Concludes that findings support the…

Proposes that results-based comprehensive guidance and counseling programs provide school counseling a framework within which the field can define itself as well as react effectively in response to trends. Explicates the interrelated structure between a comprehensive program, effective school environments, and the promotion of successful…

The self-theories of students and teachers are a neglected aspect of higher education, yet are important mediators of students' development and achievement. Theoretical considerations and empirical findings are brought to bear on the implications of self-theories for student development, and for the development of academic staff.

Educating the whole student requires addressing spiritual development and is best accomplished through an integration of academic and student affairs.

The purpose of this study was to investigate the extent to which student involvement experiences impacted educational outcomes for African Americans in college. Overall, the results of the study indicated that in-class and out-of-class experiences positively impacted student development for a nationally representative sample of African American…

There is a distinct difference between preventing a problem and promoting students' emotional and intellectual development. Today's schools, with their focus on standards and accountability, frequently use a risk-based problem-prevention approach in both policy and practice to address young people's drug use, delinquency, unsafe sex, violence, and…

Examines to what degree high-risk college students possess self-authoring ways of knowing and what types of experiences are associated with development of self-authoring ways of knowing. Findings suggest high-risk college students often develop self-authoring ways of knowing prior to enrollment in college. Presents a model of self-authorship to…