Presents a comprehensive, meta-analytic review and critical evaluation of outcome research pertaining to the effectiveness of premarital prevention programs. Findings suggest that premarital prevention programs are generally effective in producing immediate and short-term gains in interpersonal skills and overall relationship quality. (Contains 67…

Many college relations and recruitment professionals calculate a few basic metrics to track and adjust their activities, or to demonstrate to senior management their success or need for additional resources and support. Suggests that there are far more telling ways for college relations and recruitment professionals to find out if they are getting…

Describes the implementation of a read-a-thon for UNICEF. Addresses the value of young children becoming involved in philanthropy. Urges others to try a read-a-thon or similar projects. (SG)

Argues that an integrative, interdisciplinary curriculum organized around a set of practical problems would strengthen the effectiveness of home economics' programs in higher education. (Author)

Health care cost inflation has been the most significant influence on worksite health promotion in the past. Perception of program impact on business-relevant variables currently has the greatest influence, and increased corporate attention to competitiveness and productivity will be the most influential factor in the 1990s. (IAH)

Examined relationship between receipt of vocational rehabilitation services and length of time person is employed and unemployed. Compared employment histories of successfully rehabilitated participants (n=2,536) and other persons (n=267) with disabilities not receiving rehabilitation services. Results suggest longer periods of employment and…

Describes a six-session psychoeducational program for training vocational rehabilitation counselors in group dynamics. Presents evaluation of program by counselors (N=15) in which leadership styles, conflict management, and typology of group tasks concepts were rated as most beneficial. (Author/ABL)

IBM has found that an input-process-output (IPO) approach to training evaluation enables decision makers to select the package that will ensure the effectiveness of a training program. Those who use the IPO model can determine whether programs are achieving their purposes and can detect the changes needed to improve course design, content, and…

The six-stage diffusion process, with choice of the right media, makes a vital strategy for public relations because it goes beyond informing to stimulating action. (MSE)

Contends that wise management human resources decisions may yield direct payroll savings in fewer workers for compatible production; controllable personnel turnover; greater flexibility to achieve new and emergency jobs; low waste, reject and accident programs; and low sick absences. Systematic follow-up must be integral part of effort to achieve…

Examined short- and long-term outcome evaluation results of "Here's Looking at You" alcohol education prevention program for elementary and secondary school students. Short-term gains included increase in participant knowledge about alcohol and a positive attitudinal net gain. On long-term basis, actual alcohol drinking pattern of…

Examined effects of first year of participation in Big Brothers program on self-esteem of Big Brothers (N=46) and Little Brothers (N=46). Results revealed that self-esteem increased significantly for Big Brothers over the first year. No significant differences in self-esteem were found between pretest and posttest scores of Little Brothers versus…

Research shows that programs in faculty and instructional development make a difference. These differences are seen in more positive actions and attitudes of faculty toward the institution and a more inspired vision of their role in teaching and learning. (JOW)

Selected 23 studies on effectiveness of classroom-based, elementary school affective education programs and evaluated resulting research evidence. Lack of positive significant findings in carefully designed studies provided little support for effectiveness of affective education programs in promoting positive changes on behavioral or affective…

Evaluated effectiveness of Stress-Inoculation Training (SIT) with and without exercise component and Minimal exercise treatment (MIN) on trait anxiety, teacher stress, and coping strategies among 66 teachers. Found eight-week SIT with exercise to be more effective than MIN in reducing anxiety and teacher stress. SIT without exercise did not…