The identity problems of school psychologists are complicated by the emergence of applied developmental psychology. Traditionally, school psychology has recognized developmental psychology as one of its major foundations; however, the two fields are not synonymous. School psychology also applies other disciplinary practices, and conversely, all…

The authors offer a plan enabling prospective doctoral students in education to design their own programs, which enhances student-university relationships and personalizes programs of study. (Editor)

A growing trend among graduates of doctoral nursing programs seeking faculty positions is that the area of study pursued and focus of inquiry at the doctoral level are unrelated to the area of employment sought. Better academic advising and program design are necessary. (MSE)

This article examines the inadequacy of graduate student preparation for the role and responsibilities of college teacher, describes characteristics of the Brown University (Rhode Island) doctoral curriculum which encourage practical preparation for teaching, and suggests doctoral program structures, activities, and requirements that support…

The controversy over Ph.D. vs. Ed.D. programs in higher education is examined, including discussion of differential research requirements and the ways in which traditional disciplines dominate thinking about the study of higher education. It is concluded that each field must define its own standards for each degree. (MSE)

While research universities house many distinguished scholars and serve an important role, there is a significant mismatch between the doctoral students they produce and the kinds of jobs available for new faculty, for which the students are presumably being groomed. Over-reliance on the research model of doctoral education inhibits the…

Society, the university, faculty, and student are four key players in the doctoral dissertation process, which is analyzed by examining institutional practices, dissertation obstacles, and management systems. A five-step dissertation system helps students negotiate the complex process: (1) preparation for research; (2) a research course sequence;…

Discussion of doctoral education looks at current trends in demand and supply; previous patterns in the nationality of doctoral degree recipients (1985-94); expansion and contraction in master's and doctoral degrees awarded, by discipline group (1976-93); and structural features of doctoral education (competition, departmental control, student…