Counselors must face their responsibility as environmental manipulators in order to deal with increasing problem of extortion among students. They must try to correct the behavior without exposing the victim to possible retaliation and be aware of far reaching implications such as the possibility of drug use among extortionists. (CJ)

Since this is the only factor study conducted to date on the role of the State Supervisor of Guidances, it should serve as a foundation for similar future studies. (Author)

The peer influence model holds great potential for assisting new students develop more effective behavior in the school setting while at the same time establishing a close and cooperative relationship with older students. (Author)

A public relations program for guidance services must be honest, continuous, positive, comprehensive, sensitive to the public's concern, and presented in nontechnical terms. A counselor has professional responsibility to convey his competencies and character of guidance services to the public through a public relations role. The school counselor…

Describes Computerized Vocational Information System (CVIS) at Willowbrook High School, Villa Park, Illinois. (CJ)

First in a series of articles to be offered by Journal Professional Development Committee. Presents instrument designed to assess expectations held by students, teachers, parents and administrators in relation to personnel program in their school. (CJ)

Outlines a three-step process to justify the existence of the guidance program, including writing a job description, logging daily duties, and evaluating the program. (Author/WD)

Describes the role of The National Society of Professional Engineers (NSPE) in providing guidance activities for students. Discusses structional organization, goals, and guidance activities for engineering and technical and professional societies. (MA)

An instructional skills laboratory, consisting of videotape model or demonstration lessons, can be of value in providing teaching interns and first-year teachers with positive suggestions for various instructional problems. (MB)

Focuses on the use of technology to promote guidance and counseling programs among stakeholders. Details the significance of promoting comprehensive guidance and counseling programs and examples of technology tools used for persuasive communication. Discusses the advantages and disadvantages of using technology to promote a school counseling…

Interviews at three British further education colleges demonstrate that the meanings of impartiality in preentry adult guidance change with the context. Impartiality is challenged by lack of statutory provision for adult guidance, lack of outreach, and the question of whether impartial guidance is more likely in high-demand courses. (SK)

Students in a master's level course on adult guidance participated in mapping, locating, and translating guidance and counseling concepts in learning settings. The different maps that emerged suggest that the impact of professional development may be diffuse and indirect. (SK)

Based on e-mails gathered from listservs, a variety of sources are suggested for preparing for an upcoming accreditation: the previous accreditation report of one's home campus, published literature, the national library peer comparison tool as well as statistical sources, the U.S. Office of Postsecondary Education's website of accreditation…

This article deals with a two-day conference entitled "Celebration of Teaching and Learning," presented by Public Broadcasting Stations Thirteen/WNET and WLIW, which includes presentations, opportunities for professional development, a "Town Hall" meeting and various exhibits to showcase educational materials, products and services. This article…