A study was made of eight former Area Winning Community Clubs in Middle Tennessee. Sixteen club representatives and five County Agents were interviewed for the purpose of identifying and describing certain factors that contribute to the organization and continuation of community clubs. The study revealed that every primary reason for original…

The National Women's Political Caucus is presented as the instrument on which the entire feminist movement will depend for leadership and eventual success. Development of the organization is described in the context of Rosenwasser's classification system of rhetorical analysis. The goals, tactics, and strategies of the Caucus are also discussed.…

This bibliography lists approximately four hundred publications on the teaching of behavioral sciences to elementary and intermediate grade children. Although entries date from 1932 to 1970, emphasis is upon recent works of journal articles, books, newsletters, papers, reports, dissertations, and government publications. Six major sections are…

Excerpts from observational diaries kept by education students acting as anthropologists studying the conceptual tools of young children at home and in school. Notes describe children's rules for activities and games; individual projects; and reactions to social studies concepts presented from an "adultcentric" point of view. (AV)

This article outlines ways in which a teacher can help a child overcome the handicap of extreme shyness. (JD)

The effects of an audiotaped leaderless encounter group on training in basic helping skills were examined. No changes in trainees' self-actualization, trait or state anxiety, or rated verbal helping behavior were found due to participation in the encounter group. (Author)

Schools working within a community should give children not only an understanding of their own roots and place within the community but also a feeling for the world as a whole and the need to preserve its history and resources. (JD)

Discusses the concept, content and effects of a statewide workshop for teachers involved in elementary school programs for migrant children in Kansas. (MH)

Describes a study examining whether a graduate level human relations training course offered at the Pulsaki County School System (Virginia) influenced teachers' verbal classroom interaction and whether such behavior changes could lead to a change in students' self-concept. The course was found to affect both teachers and students positively. (MLH)

Examines the relationship between coorientational accuracy (CA) and two dimensions of conflict (tactic selection and interaction satisfaction). Indicates that CA has an impact on interactants' levels of discussion satisfaction. (JK)

Leadership training, offered at 600 colleges and universities, is cited as one solution to America's ethical, political, and economic decline. Most students find that leadership programs give them the mental and psychological tools to succeed. (MLW)

Observes that admissions counselors have been concerned with policies that affect the lives of students as they make the transition from high school to college. Traces the ways in which the National Association of College Admission Counselors has worked to ensure that all aspects of human relations are addressed. (ABB)

Review of the literature suggests that hair color influences the quality of interpersonal interactions. Results of a factorially designed study show that while women helped confederates equally regardless of their gender, men helped women more than they helped men. Hair color of confederates was not shown to affect helping behavior. (Author/ABB)

The university is a moral force in the society and therefore must provide moral leadership. Commitment to human relations at both administrative and faculty levels is a fundamental aspect of the university's role. Students will respond in turn, if they see this commitment on the part of the institution. (GC)

Investigates effects of human relations laboratory experiences on interpersonal behavior of college students. Subjects were 79 college students. Results indicate participation in human relations training laboratories does have an effect on self-perception and behavior. (Author/HMV)