This conceptual and practical overview of multilevel modeling (MLM) for researchers in counseling and development provides guidelines on setting up SPSS to perform MLM and an example of how to present the findings. It also provides a discussion on how counseling and developmental researchers can use MLM to address their own research questions.…

Describes several salient features of multidimensional scaling (MDS) for spatial distance models including proximity measures, interpoint distances, goodness-of-fit, and distinctions between metric and nonmetric scaling. Four commonly used MDS computer programs are described, and a section on applications of MDS selected from the counseling…

Describes relatively new statistical method, hierarchical linear modeling (HLM), for estimating linear equations that explain outcomes for members of groups as a function of characteristics of groups and characteristics of members. Illustrates theory, practice, and interpretation of HLM in school effects studies. Discusses other education…

Accuracy, interpretability, and user friendliness are some of the relevant criteria used to determine the comparative worthwhileness of three computer programs designed for interpreting the Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children-Revised. (Author/ABB)

Discusses practical uses, potential problem areas, and ethical issues of microcomputer technology integrated into counseling. Makes several suggestions for software development. (Author/ABB)

Explains the conceptual background and potential use of the Self-Directed Search (SDS): Computer Version (CV), and discusses its relationship with the paper version. Operations, reports, technical aspects, and distinguishing characteristics of the SDS:CV are described. The SDS Main Menu is appended. (Author/NB)