An extensive body of literature explores the impacts of teaching professional development (TPD) on graduate students in the STEM disciplines. However, these TPD interventions are often extremely diverse and highly contextual. The purpose of this meta-analysis was to synthesize what is known about the impacts of TPD on select instructional outcomes…

This content analysis examined articles on international counseling students published in selected counseling journals between 2006 and 2021. Results of this study provide an overview of 18 articles, including publication trends, methodological designs, and content areas. We identified three major themes from multiple categories, including…

One in 44 children in the United States is diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. Despite this, physicians receive little clinical training, inclusive of autistic patients. It is therefore not surprising that physicians report low levels of confidence in their ability to provide care to autistic individuals. This review examines the impact of…

Objective: The authors aim to incorporate educational reflection techniques in an addiction psychiatry postgraduate core rotation in order to increase critical self-awareness of attitudes, values, and beliefs related to working with people with substance use and other addictive disorders. Methods: Reflection discussion times, reflection…

Graduates of counselor education programs simultaneously receive their diplomas and the challenge of obtaining requisite supervised experience in order to be licensed, certified, or registered. This article features recommendations to assist counselors-in-training and entry-level, prelicensed counselors in (a) planning for postgraduate supervision…

The purpose of this narrative essay was to share my experiences as a postdoctoral fellow in the Center for Curriculum Materials in Science. Data used to write this article came from two interviews, an on-line survey, and notes from a reflective journal collected during postdoctoral tenure. My experiences as a postdoctoral fellow have been…

The doctoral comprehensive examination is criticized for its potential harm to professional development because it fosters a myth of closure by encouraging students to believe that achievement of comprehensiveness is necessary to pass exams and achieve the doctorate. The comprehensive exam should be reexamined in light of its potential harm.…

Reviews the literature on mentoring and reports on a program at the University of California at Los Angeles that paired library school students with information professionals. Results of evaluation surveys and overall program response are considered. Questionnaires used to match students with mentors, evaluation forms, and a list of 58 selected…

Study sought to obtain information from students of color in student affairs graduate preparation programs on their perceptions of the multicultural quality of life at their respective institution. Suggests that programs must assess the extent to which the student body, course offerings, course content, and program structure help to promote…

Examines doctoral education in marital and family therapy, giving attention to major trends and developments in this area. They have not fulfilled expectations formerly held regarding their potential development. All practitioners should engage in significant amounts of continuing education to stay abreast of developments in a rapidly changing…

Studies the authorship patterns since the 1970s of the "Journal of College Student Development," and the "NASPA Journal." Results reveal a trend toward an increased incidence of collaborative authorship as well as a relative decrease in authorship by professional administrators and an increase in authorship by graduate…

Addresses the need for promoting professionalism among graduate students and new counselors and outlines specific, practical suggestions for incorporating professional development activities into training, supervision, professional, and organizational practice. (Author)

This article represents the responses of a group of master's students in educational psychology at Memorial University of Newfoundland to a questionnaire designed by the authors and students on the training experience. We hope this provides support to students in training elsewhere and encourages others to consider a career in the helping…

Describes survey of graduate students that was conducted to develop a profile of users of computer mediated communications (CMC). Current literature on CMC is reviewed, and results of the survey are focused on three areas: (1) professional purpose and value perception; (2) social purpose and perception; and (3) personal purpose and perception. (22…

Studies of the adult life cycle indicate three identifiable transitional periods within working years in which one must reexamine and renew the direction of life and work. However, research findings indicate the timing and tasks of these vital transitions differ widely for men and women. These findings hold implications for individual and family…