Willingness to return to the same librarian avoids the limitations associated with using accuracy as a primary measure of success. Based on a case study, factors associated with the successful reference interaction are examined. Problems with accuracy as a success measure, staff activity upon approach, interpersonal skills, and ability to…

Examines the relationship between extracurricular participation and student engagement, using 1992 National Education Longitudinal Study data from public high school seniors. Explores whether activities' availability varies according to school characteristics and whether participation differs according to student background and school setting.…

Only 14 of 41 applicants for a college faculty position submitted credentials that met two-thirds of advertised criteria. After initial screening, published research and positive teaching experiences weighed heavily in selecting candidates for interview. Final interviewees presented credentials clearly articulating their qualifications.…

Data from 125 females and 377 males (40 percent response) in managerial careers indicated that women had similar total promotions and career satisfaction but lower salary increases, fewer management promotions, and lower hierarchical levels. Starting salaries and job levels, job mobility, line experience, and seniority affected career success. (SK)

Examines communication apprehension (CA) as a potential barrier to student academic success. Finds that high CA students are significantly more likely to drop out compared to low CA students. Finds no significant difference in high CA and low CA grade point averages. (SR)

Supervisors and coworkers of 98 persons with mental retardation rated subjects' overall job performance and social interaction and their performance in specific social situations. Results suggest that both task-related and non-task-related social skills make unique and relatively equal contributions to supervisors' and coworkers' perceptions of a…

A middle school in River Falls, Wisconsin, exemplifies middle-level philosophy by providing individualized learning programs, a core curriculum, a guidance program, education for citizenship, and cocurricular activities. The school program emphasizes enhanced exploratory learning opportunities, team-teaching of core subjects, and a…

In fall 1990, 25 Los Angeles elementary and middle schools piloted a multifaceted character-education program that diminished discipline referrals and improved student achievement. (MLH)

Reactions to 4 versions of a vignette describing a successful manager were obtained from 233 management students, including 50 executives in an extension course. Career success was perceived as a major cause of personal failure. The personal price paid by successful people was perceived differently depending on gender and marital status. (SK)

A survey of 122 minority college and university faculty and staff in the United States and Puerto Rico investigated the relationship of significant accomplishments to academic and personal achievement, role of environment and supportive individuals in motivation and professional growth, response to failure or disenchantment, and other factors in…

Describes the development of the Network of Alabama Academic Libraries (NAAL). Membership parameters are described; voting representation and governance is discussed; the organizational structure is explained; funding is examined; and factors contributing to the success of NAAL are considered, including a mix of short- and long-term goals and…

Reports on a survey of how women in broadcasting careers view themselves and the industry, their perceptions of formal education as preparation for their careers, and differences between those with a constructivist position and nonconstructivists. Suggests guidelines for teachers of women in communications to enable women to position themselves…

Survey responses of 48 African-American and 21 white entrepreneurs with overall mean gross sales of approximately $24 million, reveal many apparent similarities in the personal backgrounds of the entrepreneurs but several differences in entrepreneurial experience. Policy implications from this exploratory study are discussed. (SLD)

Summarizes a study: determining the relevance of a sixth-year program of administrator preparation to requirements of on-the-job success as perceived by male and female graduates; and assessing the feasibility of using generally defined professional study outcomes to measure success. Hewing to "what is" knowledge is a one-dimensional strategy…

Three case studies are presented that highlight problem scenarios relating to beginning special education intern teachers and explain how the teachers attained success. The cases focus on classroom management, adaptation of the core curriculum, and knowledge of instructional practices. (JDD)