Argues for acceptance of multiple forms of PR evaluation. Suggests including such unquantifiables as creativity and attitude in measurements to form a valid basis for action. Discusses six levels of measureability. (MS)

Reviews the concept of principal centers, which help principals in their professional growth. Includes the results from a study of the organization and operation of 34 principal centers throughout the United States. (MD)

Since 1977, the Institute of Educational Administration in Victoria, Australia, has developed and implemented a model for training senior administrators and middle management-level personnel. Three stages are involved, one of which is a four-week residential program. The model is described and evaluated. (MT)

Reviews types and evaluates effectiveness of microcomputer-based training for managers: electronic workbooks, simulations/games, expert systems, and management support systems. (SK)

Describes ways training is linked to levels of organizational efforts, results, and impact; an allocation of functions to organizational personnel; cases-in-point concerning responsibilities; tools used by organizational personnel; and a training requirements identification and development cycle. Relationship of this Organizational Elements Model…

This article begins with a review of practical experiences in establishing self-development groups before it draws out some of the wider lessons for those wishing to follow this particular route. Discusses what self-development groups look like, how they work, and possible outcomes. (CT)

Training employees separately based on gender should be a thing of the past. The trend is toward androgynous management development--blending male (task-oriented) and female (people-oriented) styles. (SK)

The Higher Education Management Institute model for leadership development was used to initiate a management development project for college administrators. A program of seminars and other experiences explored organizational climate, leadership, and communication skills. Information useful in organizing such a program is reviewed. (DF)

A management development project at a daily newspaper in Southern California used the formative evaluation process as a strategy for organizational improvement. The process involved building teams of circulation managers, based on the assumption that the best managers have positive self-concepts and that managers' self-concepts can be enhanced by…

Classroom supervision can be improved through use of behavior modeling and Theory Z organization. An illustration of the use of behavior modeling is provided. (MD)

Argues that theories of management and administration should be put into practice in the same academic institutions in which they were born, as they have the same applicability for college administrators as corporate managers. (DMM)

In Anchorage, Alaska, aspiring principals are getting on-the-job experience through a two-year intern program that facilitates long range planning by enabling the district to test and mold its future administrators. Interns serve as administrative assistants, troubleshooters, and participates in instructional supervision and policy decision. (TE)

This paper argues that, although the increased use of outdoor components in management courses has led to a resurgence of interest in the approach, it remains, nonetheless, mistrusted and misunderstood by many trainers. (Author/SSH)

Discusses training needs of company supervisors and describes favorable elements of tailor-made in-company courses in terms of administration, course content, management commitment, project work, role of external training advisors, "spin-off", and validation. (WL)

Educational administrator preparation is facing challenges in keeping up with rapidly changing delivery systems, as well as dealing with a shortage of well-trained school principals and superintendents. Distance learning offers an opportunity to serve diverse populations with a focus on individual uniqueness, needs, and concerns. Technology can…