A method for measuring status inconsistency that permits a comprehensive test of inconsistency theory without the complicated statistical problems that have plagued previous researchers is presented. (Author/AM)

The investigation compared the sociometric status of 37 learning disabled (LD) elementary grade boys and girls and their non-learning disabled peers. Findings indicated that the lower sociometric status of LD children was attributable to same-sex rejections of girls. LD children tended to play alone more often than non-LD children. (Author/DB)

Uses the factorial survey approach to measure directly the perceived status of various ages, and of both males and females. Results indicate that there is an inverted U-curve of status across the life span, and that the perceived status of females is lower than that of males in the midlife period. (Author/CT)

Surveyed 420 Dublin adults to examine attitudes toward the role and status of women in Ireland. Results indicated that males, older people, and those of lower SES background held more traditional attitudes and were less likely to favor social policies associated with greater equality. (JAC)

Two studies assessed variables related to social determinants of alcohol consumption. Moderate- and heavy-drinking male undergraduates were exposed to various social status conditions crossed with light versus heavy consumption. Results provided support for the existence of modeling effect that can be disrupted by lack of rapport between drinking…

Study was conducted to investigate the degree to which untrained listeners could correctly identify speaker social status during stimulus controlled vocal status cue situations. (Author)

Discusses attitude a well-informed, liberal minded teacher should take toward the use of slang by students in oral and written communication in the classroom. (Author)

A sociometric and observational analysis of the social environment of seven learning disabled (LD) and 90 regular class peers, in grades two through five, yielded results such as that nonhandicapped and LD students were accepted at an equal level by class peers. (Author/MC)

Throughout the history of Brazil, musicians have always been able to win social recognition and status. The development of musicians' professional organizations; the business, cultural, and educational enterprises of Brazilian musicians; and the roles of women, foreign, and amateur musicians are discussed. (AM)

Describes alternative staff and participant perceptions regarding the goals of the CETA program in Tennessee. The perceptions regarded the relative importance of the economic, personal development, and social outcomes of participating in a CETA program. It was concluded that avoidance of staff stereotyping of clientele would benefit the program.…

This article discusses a study undertaken to determine teacher's perceptions of their students based on factors such as socioeconomic status of the parents. The study involved regression analyses of correctly grouped and misplaced students. Findings indicated that parental socio- economic standing did not have substantial influence on curricular…

The author hypothesizes that death anxiety varies with social status and age as well as structural variables and personality traits. Results indicate structural variables predict certain types of death anxiety as well as personality factors. Personality is a somewhat better predictor of death fear and reluctance to interact. (Author)

This article contends that there are two distinct Polish American communities: the working class which supports traditional Polish culture, and the relatively small middle class which seeks higher status and a better image through an emphasis on "heritage". (Author/GC)