Describes the use of simulated parent-child interactions in a unit on child behavior management and discipline in an undergraduate child psychology course. Discusses findings and evaluation. (Author/CK)

Describes two exercises in which undergraduates from abnormal psychology courses act as role-play clients for graduate counselor-trainees. Finds that the exercises seem to be educationally beneficial and may also help decrease undergraduates' negative stereotyping of persons with psychological problems. (KO)

Described is a unit of study that helps psychology students develop job-entry skills. The students are given an overall perspective of the job application process, including the filling out of sample application forms, the construction of resumes, and the securing of references. Role playing and simulation are used. (RM)

Describes a series of in-class simulations where class members assume the role of psychologists accused of various ethical violations and appear before a mock committee. The role play recreates formal complaint hearings that result in official rulings and set appropriate penalties and remedial requirements. (MJP)