This scoping review explored university supervisors' roles, responsibilities, challenges, and changes over 70 years. Using the PRISMA-ScR method and 90 analyzed publications, the results yielded articles from every decade and from educator preparation programs across the United States. The findings highlight historical perspectives and…

In the 1990s, a series of research syntheses were conducted regarding supervised agricultural experience. These syntheses included supervised agricultural experience (SAE) research from 1964 through 1993. With these past syntheses as the premise, contemporary SAE research was identified, synthesized, and coded into emerging themes. Inclusion…

Scholars of clinical supervision must join together to establish a conceptual base of clinical supervision that would provide opportunities for research and program development. (CJ)

Investigates the supervision practices of field based and university supervisors of school psychology interns in the United States. Findings reveal a highly qualified group of supervisors who met the standards set forth by the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP). Although the field based and university intern supervisors' shared…

Lack of communication between cooperating teachers and preservice teachers is one of the most commonly reported problems during field experiences. To provide more opportunity for feedback during preservice teachers' clinical experiences, a large elementary education program in a midwestern university implemented the use of peer feedback practices…

Examines current ethical guidelines affecting the use of videoconferencing in the supervision of social work students nationally and internationally. Suggests protocols to address ethical and professional practice issues that are likely to arise as a result of using videoconferencing to conduct supervision across international borders. (EV)

Student and cooperating teachers must protect themselves from legal problems by introducing legislation where none exists, particularly on the state level. (LH)

An exploratory study of the role of "faculty field liaison" was conducted, utilizing a national survey of 88 master's programs in social work. The study confirmed that the role is more complex and diverse than anticipated with the need for some form of uniform understanding and training of liaisons. (Author/MH)

An early field experience program is described which attempts to convey the connections between theoretical knowledge and practice to preservice elementary school teachers. The program is guided by John Dewey's concepts of apprenticeship and partnership. Preservice teachers are encouraged to look on their own teaching reflectively. (PP)

Recent literature suggests gender-based problems in the supervision of counselor trainees that may have applications for human services. Gender, relationships, sexuality, and power issues should be a part of the training of male and female supervisors. Safeguards are needed to ensure ethical supervisory relationships with students as programs…

Examines several issues related to supervision in counselor clinical practice in rehabilitation including defining supervision, the purposes of supervision and selection, motivation, and evaluation of counselor supervisors. Provides suggestions for clarification of these issues. (RC)

Discussion of the growing use of practicums and field experience in college programs as a means of preparing students for the world of work looks at ways in which the practicum is conceptualized, implemented, and evaluated. Shortcomings are identified, research into the role of supervision is recommended, appropriate learning objectives are…