Identifies three needs: critical discourse between evaluators of vocational training programs and policymakers/administrators; greater convergence between training policy and labor market policy; and coherent research using both process- and product-oriented quality indicators. (SK)

Clarifies the concepts of personal and situational interest and their relation to motivation. Presents evidence for substantial relations between interest and text learning. Finds these relations appear to be stronger for deep-level learning than surface-level learning and seem to be largely independent of prior knowledge and cognitive ability.…

Examines men's experiences of both emotional and physical abuse in their heterosexual dating relationships. Men who reported receiving more emotional and physical abuse also reported greater levels of overall psychological distress and depression. Implications for prevention programs and future research are discussed. (Author/GCP)

Discusses the relationship between research and social and political policies, and proposes three major topics which need systematic and in-depth study: cultural and linguistic differences among children that impact their school experiences, the effectiveness of programs/interventions with children with exceptionalities, and long-term consequences…

Notes that memory-based text processing (MBP) is a label that has been used to refer to a theoretical perspective shared by contributors to this special issue. Defines the domain addressed by MBP; identifies the major shared assumptions of researchers representing the MBP perspective; and raises some challenges for MBP researchers. (SR)

Reviews the subject matter, methodology, and objectives of European research on vocational training. Outlines research needs for the Member States of the European Union. (SK)

Outlines three bodies of knowledge reflected in the British National Numeracy Strategy that generally agree concerning characteristics of effective mathematics teaching. Discusses a fourth body of knowledge related to developing higher-order thinking skills. Whole-class interactive teaching and active teaching models yield highest test scores. (59…

This rejoinder to comments on the authors' article (EC 623 392) on a renewed emphasis on parent education in early intervention discusses the nature of parent education, the intended outcomes of parent education, professional training needs, and a research agenda. (DB)

Describes how distance education has begun to influence the environment for conducting research about institutions, student assessment, and strategic planning, and identifies challenges. Also presents the results of a survey of institutional researchers regarding ways in which they are responding to research demands driven by distance education,…

This interview with Jane Healy, an educational psychologist and author, discusses how computers can sometimes negatively affect children's minds. Topics include instructional design in software; the need for objective research; what children will need for success in the future, including critical thinking skills; technology implementation; and…

Analysis of data from a survey of 105 social work students found significant relationships among hardiness (the ability to manage difficulties), spiritual well-being, and self-esteem. Spiritual well-being and hardiness were found to be strong predictors of self-esteem. Discusses the need to explore the role of spiritual well-being and implications…

Discusses the need for the accreditation of distance education higher education programs to ensure quality learning experiences. Topics include faculty involvement in the development and teaching of courses; control of the curriculum; lack of quality research; and research needs, including moving away from descriptive studies. (Contains 2…

This article examines evidence of the effectiveness of integrating academic and occupational curricula for students with disabilities. Results indicate that current research does not provide a knowledge base regarding effects of integrated curricula for students with disabilities. Methodological issues to be addressed in future research are…

This article discusses the need to concentrate more educational research into efficacy studies on the effectiveness of specific preventive and treatment interventions targeted at disruptive behavior disorders. Other research needs are highlighted such as underlying mechanisms by which aggressive behavior develops, involvement in gangs, positive…

Evaluates the Role Repertory Grid Procedure, a technique derived from personal construct theory, for its practicality and validity as a way of gathering patron perceptions about the effectiveness and efficiency of academic library space. Concludes that further research regarding validity and reliability is needed. (Author/LRW)