Reports on a survey of accredited library school programs determine their commitment to continuing education, the most common program types, and problems involved in program development. (Author/MBR)

The trend toward weekend colleges, started to meet professional needs for career advancement, has evolved into the combination of social recreational, and educational enrichment activities at all levels. (MB)

Special Libraries Association Annual Conference report. (Author)

This article presents two broad aspects of audio technology: as a developmental tool for gathering information and an instructional tool. Three applications of audio instruction and two innovations (variable speech and audio indexing) are described. (Author/BD)

The Reflective Professional instrument, which assists in exploring and assessing professional practice, was adapted for and tested with 35 New Zealand architects. Results showed professionals don't necessarily reflect and may not be able to present a holistic view of practice; what and how they learn should inform continuing professional education…

A reflective account of work experience undertaken by a teacher trainee reveals the learning derived from observation of the delivery of basic skills in the workplace. (Contains 20 references.) (SK)

Consideration of the qualities of good teaching leads to a new model that emphasizes the importance of sense making to professional development. A strong core of qualities that assist teachers in using sense making includes strength, confidence, balance, ballast, and value maturity. (Contains 27 references.) (SK)

Describes the needs and impact of continuing education programs (CEP) for library and information science (LIS) professionals in India, particularly for college librarians. Discusses results of a survey that was conducted to assess the impact of CEP courses organized by different agencies in the field of LIS. (Author/LRW)

Describes the proliferation of nursing certificates, which enable nurses to develop specialized skills or knowledge. Outlines factors to consider in program development: defining and leveraging provider strengths through alliances and collaborations, monitoring direct and indirect costs. Offers guidelines for developing certificate programs. (SK)

In-depth interviews with 14 and survey responses from 194 of 225 occupational therapists in health-care teams identified the following highest-ranked continuing education needs: advanced communication skills, negotiation, conflict resolution, and assertiveness. Quality assurance was the highest-ranked noncommunication skill. (SK)

A survey (n=947) of pharmacists and instructors was compared with 1999 results. Over 90% of both high and low users of formal continuing education also engaged in informal learning. Low users received the most employer support for training. Differences among high, medium, and low users and nonuers suggest a need for diverse formats and services,…

A survey of 321 family physicians and 170 obstetricians/gynecologists identified their screening practices and where they acquired spouse/partner violence education (medical school, residency, continuing education, other). All who had violence education were more likely to screen every patient. Lectures during residency were significant predictors…

To make workshop content valuable, it must be applied. Activities and assignments before, during, and after the workshop help ensure transfer of learning. (JOW)

Using learning theories of Dewey, Wenger, and others, six elements of effective change for improving physicians' practice are interpreted: (1) complex reality of clinical practice; (2) attention to the designated change; (3) diagnostic analysis of target group and setting; (4) mix of actions to address needs and barriers; (5) action plan; and (6)…

Interviews with 10 facilitators and 22 members of physician learning groups indicated that the groups functioned as communities of practice; they supported learning, agreed to disagree, and discussed scientific information with the goal of refining practice. Facilitators provided administrative support and sustaining energy. (Contains 18…