Provides an introduction to data-based interventions in the organizational context. Compares four models of data use and discusses how they pertain to student affairs organizations and to staff training and development. (JAC)

Consultation is a potentially effective method for creating change in a large multilevel system. University counseling centers are shown to be good sources of internal consulting assistance. The consultation process, forms of consultation often used in university settings, and a case example are presented and discussed. (Author/CC)

Presents a rationale for student affairs professionals to serve as campus consultants on learning. Identifies particular areas in which they can work with students and faculty as consultants and also provides examples. Discusses assessment, student peer groups, conflict resolution, faculty development, student learning, collaborative efforts, and…

Investigated developmental changes in novices' personal theories of consulting. Used variation of Kelly's (1955) role repertory grid technique to explore changes in school psychology graduate students' (n=9) cognitive representations of consultant role following nine-month consultation practicum experience. Interviews before and after practicum…

Focuses on curriculum intervention, the adaptation of an educational model of delivering counseling services within a prevention model. The counselor's role includes program selection and introduction, consultation, modeling, parental guidance, and program assessment. Counselors can use psychological education to assist educators in promoting…

Speech language pathologists providing collaborative-consultative services are urged to utilize a student skills framework, such as that of the MEGASKILLS approach, which focuses on developing students' confidence, motivation, effort, responsibility, initiative, perseverance, caring, teamwork, problem solving, and common sense. (DB)

The purpose of this consultation project was assisting faculty to become better able to adapt their instructions to developmental and learning characteristics of their students. The article describes three psychological theories, three operational structures, and three sources of gain that were key to the project. (Author/JEL)

This practicum was designed to integrate a study skills program throughout special education classes in a middle school. The major objectives were to develop a variety of instructional strategies to meet the students' needs in the area of study skills, to foster the teaching of study skills in each subject area by the special education teachers…

The author discusses the half-dozen processes that have been central to promoting student development. These are assessment, goal-setting functions, instructional strategies, consultation activities, environmental management, and evaluation. Presented at the American College Personnel Association Convention, March 1977, Denver, Colorado. (Author)

Presents guidelines reflecting the numerous changes undergone by counseling services in the past decade. Outlines the present roles and functions of counseling services. Articulates current professional standards for the operation of university counseling services. (Author)

The professional schools within institutions of higher education are becoming consumers of the counseling psychologist's expertise. The psychologist can offer skills training to enhance the professional performance of students. A knowledge of students' developmental processes can be very useful. The counselor's role may include consulting,…

This book of 24 papers presents divergent views on 12 issues in special education: organizational strategies, classroom service delivery approaches, maximizing the talents and gifts of students, classification and labeling, assessment, instructional strategies, classroom management, collaboration/consultation, research practices, higher education,…

Presents 11 articles devoted to the application of primary prevention tactics and strategies in elementary and secondary school systems. Describes specific programs and reviews research related to positive student development and the prevention of emotional and learning problems. Discusses the role of counselors, teachers, and other professional…

This collection considers the personal and educational needs of the student who is gifted, with emphasis on the roles of support staff. It covers developmental perspectives; assessment, identification, and evaluation issues; educational services; personal, interpersonal, and cultural issues; intervention strategies; and gifted education issues.…