The predoctoral relationship that counseling psychology programs have had with master's programs over the decades is being challenged in current times. A model that is developing is one that provides greater responsibility for program definition and then full faculty engagement from doctoral program faculty. With change occurring in training…

In this paper, the author talks about some of the issues of the beginnings of Native and Indigenous studies and suggests that one looks more precisely at what people mean when they talk about those beginnings. The author is not a big fan of Native people emerging vaguely from the mists of time, but he is always tracing a history of Native studies…

The use of felt needs in community development practice involves the process of identifying needs, ranking their importance, and building programs based on the ranking. Felt needs should be replaced by the concept "anticipatory needs," which identifies what needs to be done in order to move toward a specified future. (Author/JOW)

The authors argue that if the Conference on English Education (CEE) is to nurture and grow its membership in the coming years, we will need a more focused purpose related to the central mission of the organization: "the effective education and development of students and professionals in English language arts education." To that end, the authors…

Discusses the importance of industry/education cooperation when planning vocational programs. The gap between what is happening in industry and in most technical programs must be eliminated. (JOW)

The authors discuss the provision of adult education through extension programs. Topics covered include a history of and the current situation relevant to extension education, criticisms and suggestions for improvement, and the likely future role of the Cooperative Extension Service. (CH)

Outlines the expanding area of information systems and its impact on modern society. Highlights the impact of this new technology in terms of its uses, costs, effects on business, and possible regulations. (JMF)

Reviews the history of parent education in Canada, describes the current scene, and identifies directions for future development of parent education policy and programming. (Contains 40 references.) (JOW)

Discusses the durability of the university, the university's maintenance of emphasis on integrity in study, the specialization of knowledge, the need for enlarging the educational opportunities of our society, and the importance of good teachers. (CT)

This article reviews developments and trends in trade union education in the United Kingdom. Priorities for the eighties constituting a major concern for the Trades Union Congress and the Workers' Educational Association are analyzed. (CT)

Advocates of parks and recreation must face the challenge of seeing beyond traditional boundaries, embracing new alliances, and translating hopes into actions. Vision, strategy, and grassroots strength and strong leadership skills are critical to the future of parks and recreation. (CJ)

Efforts to prevent the abuse and neglect of children requires: professionals and citizens who care to make a difference; development of multidisciplinary units, teams, or organizations to deal with specific parts of the problem; a clear statement of child protection policy; programs that work; commitment to research and program evaluation; and a…

The author discusses six possible future events that will affect society. He presents five imperatives for adult educators: (1) regain a sense of mission, (2) broaden curriculum and programs, (3) help the helpers, (4) conduct research, and (5) be a learner. (CH)

This paper describes the growth and outlines the place of education in the management of nonprofit organizations in the United States. The discussion of nonprofit management education focuses on education in the formal sector, at the graduate level. There are more than 1.5 million nonprofit organizations in the United States, nearly double the…

Describes the College Library Directors Mentor Program with the Council on Library Resources (CLR) which provides an opportunity for first-year college library directors to benefit from the advice and guidance of more experienced colleagues. Discusses the development of the program, the role of professional library organizations, cost, benefits,…