The Leisure/Work Interest Inventory, 170 items scored on scales that cover leisure and work interests and stimulate further thinking and exploration by providing both leisure and work options, is examined. (CT)

Discusses barriers to successful school-to-work transitions for youth with disabilities. Advocates parental involvement in the transition process. Suggests how agencies can involve parents. (CH)

Describes three major efforts that are moving career education forward for exceptional persons: (1) activities of the Division on Career Development, Council for Exceptional Children; (2) the school-to-work transition movement; and (3) development of the Life-Centered Career Education Curriculum at the University of Missouri-Columbia. (CH)

This study is conducted with 56 recently retired full-time sports coaches to examine the importance of career awareness, postsport career planning, and career transition needs. Results indicate that the individuals do not have a high level of career awareness, have done relatively little postsport career planning during their coaching careers, and…

Using a sample of four Illinois secondary vocational programs, the study attempted to test and cross-validate the construct of student self-ratings and teacher ratings of generalizable mathematics skills for handicapped students. Findings show a wide disagreement between the two ratings. Further research is suggested. (CH)

A telephone survey obtained data from parents of 82 moderately retarded young adults. Questions related to parents' perception of the transitional process for their child. Problems identified include parents' low expectations, limited agency involvement, and a lack of planning. (CH)

Vocational assessment instruments currently in use are often threatening or frustrating to older adults. Instruments that account for the physical, emotional, and occupational needs of this population are necessary. (CH)

Reports on a survey of 388 Indiana vocational educators that determined their (1) education and experience, (2) involvement with handicapped learners, and (3) attitudes regarding handicapped learners. Most educators had several years teaching experience and a master's degree. However, they had little experience with handicapped learners. (CH)

Describes a student identification and monitoring system developed to help students with unique learning needs make the transition through postsecondary vocational education programs. Focuses on the Theory of Educational Adjustment. (CH)