In the field of communication studies the preeminent forms of explanation of human behavior have been the social and psychological, but biological origins may be as important to understanding human communication as are social origins. Communication research suggests a biological basis for certain patterns of adult interaction. Although these…

This paper describes factors which influence the development of relationships between individuals with disabilities and "typical" people. People with disabilities are often separated from their families and communities, cast into roles of dependency and passivity, and kept at a social distance from other community members. Typical…

Trying to measure the effectiveness of formal supervisory training programs stressing human relations and communications, the authors tested three hypotheses and concluded that the higher the previously attained levels of education, the higher the raw test scores produced. The question of transfer and application of learned skills was not…

Explores the perceptions that secular faculty have of clergy as students, using semantic differential technique to compare the differences in faculty perceptions of "typical clergy,""typical non-clergy," and "ideal" counseling students. (Author)

This paper, part of a larger study, focuses on a single linguistic device, the "machine-gun question," which was used by three of six participants in a Thanksgiving dinner conversation. This conversational device is characteristic of a style that seems to grow out of the need to have others approve of one's wants. It is a style…

EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES FOR NEGROES IN THE BOSTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS WERE EXAMINED. RACIAL CONCENTRATIONS IN BOSTON'S SCHOOLS VARY WIDELY ACCORDING TO THE GRADE LEVEL OF THE PUPIL. THE VAST MAJORITY OF PUBLIC SCHOOL PUPILS ATTENDED SCHOOLS THAT WERE MORE THAN 90 PERCENT WHITE IN ENROLLMENT. ONE POLICY OF THE BOSTON SCHOOL COMMITTEE REGARDING…

As law enforcement officers, you, more than anyone else in the society, represent the power and quality of the State, because many citizens learn what kind of country this is by watching you. Your action and direction bridge the gap between the government and the individual and hence your role has a wide scope and your functions are not easily…

This study investigated the effects of facilitation training upon the attitude of administrators and lead teachers toward their professional associates. The project consisted of a 3-day workshop in facilitative communication involving 25 participants and four trainers. Exercises designed to improve ability to respond with empathy, positive regard,…

Recently, behavioral scientists have examined interpersonal manipulation and its effects on individuals, groups, and society. Richard Christie's description of the Machiavellian personality orientation highlights the behaviors of those individuals who are highly successful manipulators of others. Scanning some Machiavellian works for items to tap…

This model inservice program is designed for teachers who wish to expand their skills and knowledge about the phenomenon of prejudice and its effects upon people. The objectives are 1) to give teachers information about prejudice and discrimination 2) to assist in the development of positive attitudes toward human differences 3) to encourage…

Nine questions provide a framework for examining and analyzing how power is used in human relationships and institutions and four questions are presented that show how to begin to apply knowledge about power learning through the previous questioning. To gain an understanding of power, students can analyze various historical situations,…

Teaching techniques which can be used by home economics teachers in the area of human relationships, particularly family relationships, are suggested. These techniques include dramatization, discussion, interviews, simulation, opinionnarires, and other activities. (EC)