Reviews literature for strongest position with respect to sex differences in parent-child relationships, namely that both parents' sex and child's sex contribute to four distinct dyad relationships. Found many claims and assumptions about the distinctness of relationships but little empirical evidence. When dyadic distinctness was found, it often…

Two studies examined the viability of emotional creativity as a theoretical construct. In both studies, participants (about 1700 college students in introductory psychology) who scored higher on the trait measure of emotional creativity showed greater creativity in expressing emotions, both verbally and nonverbally. (Author/DB)

Comparison of 51 artists and 51 nonartists in India found three personality factors (introversion, independence, and tender-mindedness) which, related to working style and creative production of artists, could best differentiate artists from nonartists. These could be predicted from seven other personality factors. (DB)

This paper addresses issues of sameness and differences in the context of the history of special education and current themes of inclusiveness. Urges educators to confront differences as scientists and helpers, neither denying their existence nor caricaturing their idiosyncrasies. (DB)

Outlines the 15 major points the author has learned while being involved in a three year commitment to the National Council of Teachers of English's Reading Initiative. Concludes that reading/writing across the curriculum is a viable incentive to student learning when there is a trained faculty willing to recognize individual differences, both in…

Data on problem solving collected within the framework of G. Eckblad's cognitive theory of affect (1981) are analyzed with 3-mode principal component analysis. Eight tasks with 6 judgment scales were completed by 32 13-year-old boys. The effectiveness of the TUCKALS principal components analysis method is discussed. (SLD)

People do not know instinctively how to interact effectively with others. For cooperation to succeed, students must get to know and trust one another, communicate accurately and unambiguously, accept and support one another, and resolve conflicts constructively. A seven-step recommended procedure is outlined. Includes nine references. (MLH)

According to this interview, the humanities are as essential to the educational reform agenda as mathematics and science. The humanities lead us to values, to deep questions about life's meaning and dignity. Our society's diversity, coupled with the national goal to educate everyone to the best of his or her ability, makes general education a…

Compared 40 3-year-olds' superordinate level classification under 2 experimental conditions. Although there was no mean difference between the 2 conditions, there were striking differences in the distribution of scores. (RJC)

A numerical taxonomy of evaluation theory and practice is presented, based on responses by 14 leading evaluators to a two-page questionnaire. A multidimensional scaling analysis of results indicated that differences between evaluation theories are more complex and more divisive than are differences in evaluation practice. (TJH)

Studied individual differences in reactivity in 40 newborns. Measures of reactivity were related during the first two months of extrauterine life. (RJC)

Explores preferences for word-processed versus handwritten messages in an organizational setting. Identifies variables that affect preferences for written media: hierarchical level, message length, message complexity, anticipated reaction, communication task, need for documentation, and communication across work shifts. Shows that the cost control…

Relates the story of a ninth-grade student who worked to convince the school board to allow changes in policy to adapt to his best friend's strong reaction to bright lights which handicapped his friend's efforts to learn. Urges teachers to experiment with learning styles and add to the existing body of research. (SR)

Describes one approach to supervising novice clinical supervisors. The central feature is eight recurring issues: (1) supervisor anxiety; (2) intervention choices; (3) group cohesion; (4) responsibility; (5) parallel process; (6) power struggles; (7) individual differences; and (8) sexual attraction. Suggests that assessing and confronting these…

Several comparisons may be made between woodworkers and schoolteachers. Woodworkers are guided by their respect for a particular piece's individual characteristics. Teachers apply the same code of artistry to at-risk children with "knotholes"--characteristics caused by the tragedies in American society. These knotholes demand attention,…