An analysis was made of the relative cost-effectiveness of two incentive programs for recruiting military personnel: enlistment bonuses and educational benefits. In comparing these alternative recruiting resources, the study considered the effects of such programs on the service history of recruits, including reserve component accessions, as well…

The studies of the librarian's profession included in this book focus on recruitment of versatile, creative, and intelligent people to the profession. The book has four sections, each containing relevant papers. Section 1 presents an overview and recent studies of vocational inventories. Section 2 describes a national study on updating the…

This paper presents findings of a study that identified school-district attributes that attract and hinder women who apply for a superintendent position. Data were derived from a survey that was sent to approximately 200 female subscribers to the Washington Association of School Administrators professional job listing service. The response rate is…

Based on the theme of recruiting, tenuring, and promoting technical communication faculty, this proceedings presents the agenda for the 1989 annual meeting of the Council for Programs in Technical and Scientific Communication (CPTSC), a report on the annual business meeting, and a proposal to create a CPTSC Program Review Board. Appendixes present…

This fact sheet reviews the role of advisory boards and boards of directors in the context of crisis nursery and respite care programs for families with special needs members. Typical responsibilities of advisory boards are listed, including program creation and planning, development of program policy, planning and implementing public relations,…

Although the principal is critical for the success of the school and the school district, many school districts lack a structured and systematic means for identifying and selecting principals. This paper presents a collaborative model for principal selection, which is based on a valid job description, advertisement of the position, interview…

In an effort to explore critical issues important to the development of high quality science and engineering technicians, 115 technicians, technician educators, government representatives, and employer gathered in July 1993 to provide recommendations for future activities and projects designed to improve the quality of the U.S. technician…

The operation of the U.S. Bureau of Apprenticeship and Training was examined to determine the following: (1) the use of apprenticeship to train workers; (2) federal and state resources dedicated to administering apprenticeship; and (3) the representation of minorities and women in apprenticeship. Information was obtained from the U.S. Department…

Although mentoring dates back to Greek mythology, the concept continues to thrive in today's society. Mentoring is a strategy that successful people have known about for centuries. The REFORMA/UCLA Mentor Program has made use of this strategy since its inception in November 1985 at the Graduate School of Library and Information Science at the…

In 1981, Pikes Peak Community College initiated a new Continuing Education Area, which featured a "weekend college" for communication classes held on Friday evenings and Saturdays. Faculty and administrators have identified several advantages of the weekend college, including the following: (1) since classes are held in existing…

Introduces and defines the concept of the resource family in residential treatment of emotionally disturbed children; offers suggestions for implementing the concept under an agency structure; and describes the experiences of one agency which uses this approach. (ED)

A study measured costs and benefits of awarding studentships (scholarships) to teacher trainees who in return "bond" themselves to undertake a period of teaching. Compared with other alternatives, the studentship scheme is found to be "a very expensive method of recruitment." The case against it is found to be very strong.…

The launching in 1975-76 of Universal Free Primary Education (UPE) for the Federal Republic of Nigeria creates a new need for school counselors of UPE recipients, who may leave school at age 15. The author presents guidelines for recruitment and selection and outlines a 3-year counselor training curriculum. (JT)

Indicates that the tie between research and education may not be justifiable in an era of declining student population. Presents suggestions for new institutional arrangements so universities can maintain their scientific strength. (GS)