The educational contribution of medical care evaluation (MCE) has been portrayed as the identification of physicians' educational needs. A study of 13 MCE committees was undertaken to document the learning that occurs in these committees and to discover the conditions affecting their educational value. (Author/MLW)

The results of this study of 50 vocational teachers in Tennessee suggest the usefulness of competency-based modules as a continuing teacher education device. The modules have a positive impact on teachers' knowledge and confidence to develop and identify student performance objectives. (CT)

Selected resource materials and addenda of interest to educators in veterinary medicine are provided. Materials include: historical and philosophical perspectives, changing concepts and trends, instructional methods and measurement, postgraduate and continuing education, general interest and reference materials, and a short list of periodicals.…

The arbitrariness and logical inconsistency of the educational expense deductions allowed under Section 162 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1954 are illustrated in a series of contrasting holdings. Professional education, professional development, employee-paid education, and career change education are considered. (MSE)

A study aimed at determining the perceived needs of a selected sample of Iowa pharmacists for externally available advanced study is discussed. Eight percent of the population proposed to pursue advanced degrees, while another 6 percent desired to participate in the educational opportunities without pursuing a degree. (Author/MLW)

Practitioners in continuing medical education should evaluate the impact educational activities have on physical competence, physical performance, or patient health status. (CT)

The Teaching Centers Program of staff development and in-service education gives teachers a voice in planning, developing, and carrying out their own programs. The centers provide services such as recertification courses, graduate courses, in-service credit banks, and individualized professional development. (LRA)

Activities of the Albuquerque Teachers' Learning Center include in-service teacher education workshops, summer study grants, developing and sharing instructional materials and techniques, providing advice on management techniques and classroom environments, and graduate courses. (LRA)

To demonstrate the potential use of "Standards of Practice" by continuing education providers, selected tasks from the Standards were used in both the design and evaluation of a six-hour introductory program on effective communication in pharmacy. Evaluation of program effect was based on a pretest and a posttest. (Author/MLW)

The experience of the first year of operation of a Santa Monica Hospital Medical Center two- to six-week "miniresidency" in family practice is described. This intensive in-hospital training program was established to provide a broad review of knowledge and skills for physicians in family practice in California. (Author/MLW)

Discusses several areas to be considered in designing a faculty development program in the physical sciences, including needs, types of programs, instructional development, and personal and professional development. (CS)

Describes the Program for the Advancement of the College Teaching of Science (PACTS), which provides a sabbatical leave opportunity for college professors to study pedagogy. (CS)

In an effort to market current predoctoral dental courses offered at the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center School of Dentistry to the practicing dentist, a 10-hour forensic odontology course was offered to both predoctoral dental students and practicing dentists and their staffs. Positive reactions and cost effectiveness of this pilot…

Describes three strategies for disseminating innovative ideas and practices among teachers. Describes how British teaching centers function as centers for exhibitions, socializing, resources, inservice education, and curriculum development. Notes three factors governing the success of teachers' centers: their practical value, teacher involvement,…

The motivations of pharmacists for participating in continuing education are investigated to determine if the imposition of mandatory continuing education has any influence on motivation to participate. Possible differences in motivation when compared by demographic variables are also examined. Differences in motivation related to state…