The value of a critical analysis of the process of education in family practice residency programs is demonstrated. Such an analysis is seen as maybe the most valuable aspect in the evaluation of any curriculum, considering the limitations of time, resources, and demands on family practice teachers. (MLW)

A workshop designed to teach participants how to use microcomputers for practice management, psychological testing, word processing, peripheral interface, and data analysis was found to meet the interests and needs of both academic and practicing psychologists. (RM)

One way to enliven a research methods course in sociology is to require students to select journal articles over a 20- to 30-year period to show how research strategies have changed on a topic in which they have special interest. Teaching strategies are discussed. (Author/RM)

A study at Virginia Commonwealth University showed that students were both consistent in evaluation of their teachers and sensitive to changes in teaching skill. (Editor/LBH)

Discusses a student's experience with a research project on the synthesis and reactions of an organo-platinum complex with an organo-Group IV linkage, including the advantages and disadvantages of such a degree by thesis course. (CC)

This article is an indept presentation of the evaluation of an ethnic studies class conducted in a Nevada secondary school. (Author)

Summarizes and interprets questionnaire responses concerning research and writing in first-year law courses that develop skills necessary for future judges and attorneys. (PG)

Discussion and evaluation of a one-term elective seminar entitled The Experience of War'' and how its reflected in the literature. (MM)

While there is much in overtly noninstructional films for sociological use, a course constructed solely around films did not produce a significant improvement academically, although student interest increased. An appendix outlines the topic areas covered, reading materials for each area and films shown. (KM)

This is the report of a study accomplished in two separate parts: (1) Part I dealt with evaluation of an existing course of instruction in human relations at The Moraine Park Technical Institute, and (2) Part II dealt with the development of a proposed course of instruction in human relations for the technical institute. (Author)

Article reports on efforts to evaluate and to document behavioral changes which occur in nursing practice and on efforts to determine the effect of continuing education on patient care. (GB)

Explores academic and clinical successes of the first year of a program of the University of Missouri-Kansas City Medical School. (PG)