The effectiveness of university administrative units are examined in terms of their communication, matches between objectives at different levels, matches between objectives and methods, and approaches to cost-effectiveness. Significant defects were found in relation to each criterion, suggesting that staff selection and training at all levels are…

Examined the effect of coaching on leaderless group discussion performance. Female undergraduates (N=36) participated in six-person assigned role leaderless group discussions. Results showed that students in the full coaching conditions were rated significantly higher than students in the errant or naive conditions. (Author)

Outlines selection principles that should govern the selection of textbooks for the English classroom. (HOD)

A national survey of teachers' needs with respect to children with learning difficulties being taught in Welsh indicated that teachers gave first priority to the development of a reading program, using graded reading books. Values of reality and stability were preferred in language materials, and a Welsh comprehension test was the instrument of…

Describes a process for evaluating career education activities. Discusses the selection of the evaluation sample, selection and development of instruments, data reduction and analysis, comparison standards, and preparation of an evaluation handbook. (JOW)

It is suggested that, in order to be prepared for efforts at censorship, private school libraries should establish a written selection policy, prepare a request for reconsideration of library materials form, set up a materials review committee, and keep up to date on intellectual freedom issues. (CHC)

Provides a systematic framework for use in examining selection practices and issues in selecting school counselors. (Author)

Hearing-impaired students need exposure to materials that present accurate and encouraging portrayals of people as unique individuals of equal worth and varied talents. Presented are a checklist for evaluating textbooks for fair representation of characters with disabilities and suggestions for compensating for gender, ethnic, and disability bias…

In recruiting for smaller, fast paced companies, telephone interviews are a cost-effective method of screening candidates. The initial telephone interview can determine a candidate posses desirable qualities such as initiative, persistence with charm; positive attitude; quick thinking skills; coachability; superior communication skills; creative,…

This book reports results of a National Research Council study and the validity of generalizing from its studies of about 500 occupations to over 12,000 jobs. The use of the General Aptitude Test Battery for prediction is discussed, and its impact and recommendations for future use are considered. (SLD)

The coordinator of several administrative searches at the State University of New York (Cortland) offers guidance to administrative job seekers. As finalists often have similar educational and professional qualifications, elements of character such as style, personality, charm, and thoughtfulness may make the crucial difference. (DB)