Describes how one university meets the challenge of preparing qualified dictators and transcribers through an up-to-date word processing curriculum. (LRA)

Examines ways in which a teacher appointed as professional tutor can support school staff development activities. Identifies tutor task areas and discusses experiences gained in a pilot project concerned with the role of tutors. Suggests situations in which professional tutors can successfully take on staff development activities. (Author/MK)

Adjustment problems of disabled adolescents and appropriate rehabilitation programs are examined. Specific problems of the disabled are explained for each of the following normal developmental issues: separation, body image, achieving independence, sexual identity, aggression, depression, and problems of educational and vocational development. (DB)

Cites five innovative projects in China studies operating in elementary and secondary schools. One of several articles on China studies in this journal issue. (SJL)

The author reviews cognitive-behavioral approaches to the training of intelligence in the retarded. A proposed structure of intelligent behavior is presented that serves as the basis for classifying the intended foci of the various training programs. (Author)

In addition to the results of the survey, detailed descriptions of seven projects are provided along with suggestions for applied research and practices that can be readily adapted by other projects serving similar populations. Journal availability; see EC 133 846. (Author)

The grievance data analysis model discussed here provides postsecondary administrators with an effective aid for managing institutional policy problems, problem subunits within an institution, and faculty grievance processing. (Author/IRT)

The article describes the Tuscaloosa County class for 16 primary gifted students in Northport, Alabama. It is explained that the students designed learning centers based on their own interests. Outlined is the sequential plan developed for researching and developing the learning centers. (SBH)

CHALLENGE, the gifted education program in the Kingsville (Texas) Independent School District, is described. It is explained that the program follows the J. Renzulli "Enrichment Triad Model". Screening, course content, and program administration are considered. (CL)

Using a speaker-phone installed for less than $40, a class at Georgia's Lakeview-Ft. Oglethorpe High School interviewed more than 20 local and national figures in government and journalism in conversations ranging from 15 to 30 minutes yet accrued a phone bill of less than $60. (Author/PGD)

Looks at evaluations of the program to frame a discussion of the troubled history of Head Start and its current favored position. (IRT)

Describes how a middle school counselor uses instructional television to reach students. Provides a list of television series available for use with junior high and senior high students. (IRT)

Describes the National Diffusion Network, a federally-sponsored program that identifies successful educational practices and then helps other schools locate and adopt them. (IRT)

Describes the Fisheries Industry Specialization sequence designed to keep students in school and to teach them the skills necessary for them to make a living (and stay alive) in the fishing industry. (IRT)

Reviews the history, expected project outcomes, and publications which have been developed by the Visual Education Curriculum Project, designed to identify problems and needs in visual education in Australian primary and secondary schools. (CS)