This paper analyzes the moral reasoning and perceptions of inmates in an eastern youth reformatory. A series of prison dilemmas, reflecting conflicts experienced by inmates and guards, was administered to 34 inmates; in addition, each inmate was given the standard Kohlberg moral maturity interview. Responses were scored for moral judgment and…

This course enables teenagers to examine their present level of achievement of the developmental goals involved in the process of maturing toward adulthood. The factors involved in achieving sexual identity, emotional independence, effective social relationships, a positive self-concept and a personal value system are assessed. The course is not…

Although followup studies of vocational students have reported employment success of graduates, there has been little evidence presented regarding graduates' success in other aspects of life. The purpose of this study was to identify the life skills, or skills necessary for a worthwhile life, which young vocational graduates consider to be needs.…

The problems involved in the measurement of vocational maturity are complicated by the hypothesized developmental nature of the behaviors to be quantified. One major problem mentioned is that of formulating a measurement model which incorporates the merits of established approaches to test construction yet circumvents their shortcomings. A brief…

Written by a professional personnel recruiter, this book deals with many aspects of job layoff in relation to the hiree's potential ability to control his occupational future. By citing case histories of layoff victims, examples of company changes that result in layoff are pointed out. Psychological shields and tested strategies are provided, and…

From a sample of 15,000 veterans, 6,141 responded to a series of questionnaires developed to gather information to assess the effectiveness of the veterans' education program (authorized by the Veterans' Readjustment Benefits Act of 1966). Responses indicated that generally, a veteran entered training for one of three reasons--to earn a degree,…

An investigation of the relationship between appearance and psychological development is presented in this paper. The central hypothesis of the investigation is that appearance is an important stimulus property in the psychological development of children, and as such has an effect on an individual's response to his environment as well as the…

Some potential areas of inquiry into the field of cross-national study of early childhood education are described in relation to the history and aims of the World Organization for Early Childhood Education (OMEP). Currently the largest international organization concerned with preschool education, OMEP is presented with specific recommendations:…

At Simon's Rock, capable 11th and 12th graders are admitted to an accelerated college-level program in which they can obtain a B.A. degree in four years. The Evaluation Office of the college is responsible for studying the cognitive and effective development of students at any college. A longitudinal study was begun in 1973 involving tracking of…

The Computerized Decision Development System (DEDEV) is designed to foster decision-making competency in individuals through a two stage process: (1) providing information about scientific decision-making, and (2) providing experience with use of information in "meaty" problems by computerized gaming and simulation. This manual presents the 14…

The author enunciates basic tenets of developmental theory and shows their application to work with adults. Counseling intervention is conceptualized as mobilizing resources to facilitate growth. Implications for the future of counseling psychology are considered. (Author)

A preliminary investigation of the Turtle Technique, a procedure for helping emotionally disturbed children control their own impulsive behavior, is described. Eleven children drawn from two classrooms were instructed in the use of the technique for self-control of aggression. Results revealed significant decrements in aggressive behavior in both…

As a part of a fraternal organization's bicentennial celebration, Mary Forman, a fifty-year member of the group, was requested to develop a program presentation. This article gives parts of her presentation, including both personal reminiscences and the results of a questionnaire she sent to other women students. (Author/BP)

The context within which faculty development has grown is examined and major signs of the movement are cited. Efforts are still to be made in the areas of institutionalization, organizational structure, program evaluation, administrator sensitivity, institutional purposes, faculty personal life, and student participation. (LBH)

The inability of university professors to communicate about shared concepts and concerns--e.g., meaning, self, integrity, an ideal of truth--is related to the fragmented university, departmentalized and bureaucratized. The impact of this on the humanity of those involved is sketched, and suppositions are advanced about the nature of education.…