Makes suggestions for organizing and coordinating an advising system. A delivery system is described that assumes a general advising staff and support systems related to three student developmental goals. (Author)

Compared the effects of instruction on the development of students in a career course based on psychosocial theory with the effects of two comparison courses. Results were mixed, but suggested that content related to careers might facilitate psychosocial development, and development in one area may precipitate development in another. (JAC)

Results of a survey of vice presidents of student affairs indicate that developmental functions are implemented because of an underlying commitment to the developmental philosophy of student personnel work, and as part of a larger overall drive to implement as many functions as possible. (Author)

The principal goal was to determine if significant differences existed between special and developmental education programs offered by private and public institutions in Ohio. The programs were examined, comparing such variables as rationale and objectives, instructional methods, and supportive services in order to determine their relationship to…

Introduces the practitioner to psychometric issues related to developmental assessment and makes recommendations for the assessment refinements needed in the field. (Author/BH)

Suggests a conceptual framework for development of career programs in college, describes the need for such programs, and identifies some of the relevant research. The computer as a possible delivery vehicle for college-level career guidance is discussed and specific conclusions are drawn. (Author)

Three levels of development for a student affairs staff are proposed. The levels reflect the orientation and sophistication of the staff as a collective unit, with the effectiveness of a staff being related to its level of development. (Author)

Presents a collaborative model initiated by the staff of a counseling center and residence life office to provide increased developmental programing to students. Evaluation showed students benefited from workshops held in residence halls and staff members were able to provide increased services in a cost-effective manner. (Author/JAC)