A systems approach provides planning by which counselors can (a) specify what they are trying to accomplish in operational terms, (b) develop specific procedures to promote these objectives, (c) monitor the client's progress continuously, and (d) determine empirically whether or not the counseling goals have been accomplished. (Author)

The author offers a three-dimensional model stressing problem solving, human relations skills, and professional knowledge as a guide for the development of competent supervisors. (Editor)

Ten- and 11-year-old boys and girls were taught to solve Inhelder and Piaget's pendulum problem and the results of the experiment replicated their expectation that unaided 10- and 11-year-olds do not often solve the pendulum problem. (Editor/RK)

This present investigation attempted to assess the effects of a group counseling approach on students of low self-esteem. The results reported by the BRF indicate that by roleplaying typical conflict situations, children learned to cope better with themselves and their environment. (Author)

Taken together, these five studies using structurally different kinds of conceptual problems provide evidence for qualitative developmental and cultural differences in classificatory behavior. (Authors/CB)

The focus of these worksheets is on problem solving. Verbal problems involving number concepts are presented for primary levels; worksheets for the intermediate grades draw on geometric concepts, measurement, and elementary logic. (DT)

Statistical methods are discussed for studying relations between two sets of variables, when each set contains more than one variable. (Author)

Author discusses both favorable and adverse pressures which confront continuing education. (GB)

Discusses the work in educational administration at the University of Bristol, where the common element is to be found in the use of problem-centered approaches, with the social sciences occupying key service roles rather than the central roles. Selection of material, whether concerned with research topics or course curriculums, is influenced by a…

It was determined in this project that children are capable of learning the basic skills of behavior identification and behavior modification. Counselors can help children solve seemingly complex problems by breaking the problems down into simple behaviors that can be worked on one by one, providing children with an opportunity to determine what…

The meanings and interrelationships of simulation, gaming, programed learning and educational technology are considered. Three criteria are put forward for ascribing meanings to such terms. Gaming and simulation are found to have distinct but compatible properties. Program learning and educational technology are viewed as a process, not a product.…

A classification of independent study behaviors''; six areas are listed and objectives in each are given. (Author/SP)

Describes the general status of the preparation of social studies teachers. (Author/RK)