The aim of the study is to examine the methodological-theoretical construction bases for development mechanism of an integrated model for a specialist's training and teacher's conceptual-theoretical activity. Using the methods of generalization of teaching experience, pedagogical modeling and forecasting, the authors determine the urgent problems…

This article identifies factors which have contributed to difficulty in implementing the scientist-practitioner (S-P) model as a training doctrine in school psychology. Various conceptualizations of S-P training are discussed and the fundamental principles upon which the S-P model is built are identified. (Author/LMO)

The use of a practicum form of training for faculty advisers is discussed. Understanding the advising process may be viewed as a transaction between master adviser (advising mentor) and faculty adviser. Likewise, the understanding can be replicated in the interaction between faculty adviser and student advisee. Using the practicum setting to help…

This report is designed to provide information on the model developed for the career advisor (CA) program at the Florida State University (FSU) Career Center. The program serves the dual role of providing career services to the students along with training the next generation of career services providers. Since the career advisors who work in the…

Describes the dilemma of research training in gerontology: the need for rigor of disciplinary science with intradisciplinary awareness. Relates the problem to organizational features of the Association for Gerontology in Higher Education and the Gerontological Society of America, and summarizes a preliminary educational approach to possible…

Defines and discusses traditional intercultural training programs and assesses four basic models in terms of classroom value. Emphasizes the value of the experiential approach for classroom instruction. (MH)

David McK. Lawrence discusses the objectives, program components, strengths, and weaknesses of the MEDEX training model, an attempt to bridge the gap between academe and practicing physicians for the new health practitioners. Robert E. Jewet describes background, program highlights, and key issues in the physicians assistant (PA) training…

The objective of the course described here is to provide the teaching assistants (TAs) with help, encouragement, and constructive criticism. An orientation program lasts one week and follows the following schedule: (1) On the first day, a general introduction to general university and departmental policies is given, as well as to teaching methods…

Provides a historical overview of a multidisciplinary training component that has operated at the University of Southern Mississippi since 1979. Shares lessons learned from this experience, such as its impact on students' training and careers, and makes recommendations for the future training of counseling psychologists who seek health-related…

The use of a learning model in a peer tutoring program is discussed. Although the tutorial function is often a priority, the goal of the peer-tutoring program is to help students become independent learners. To eliminate the need for tutoring, it is necessary to determine why the student is having academic problems. To train peer tutors, a…

Outlines a model of positive management and its implications for training educational managers, highlighting five factors (demoralization, pessimism, insecurity, tiredness, and lack of knowledge) resulting from the current climate of change. Proposes positive management as a strategy for successfully overcoming the negative implications of these…

This paper presents a training model for the acquisition of helping skills, which stresses that participants be themselves and develop a personal facilitative style of helping. The model, originally designed for a master's- level counseling pre-practicum, utilizes a continuous flow of feedback among participants, their peers and instructors. The…

The design and results of a program evaluation of the Department Chairpersons Project in Florida are examined. The objective of the 1982 project was to design and test a model for planned change in higher education using Florida's university chairs. After presenting the history of the project, the following major project goals are described:…

A proven model for screening prospective residence hall assistants (RAs), training them in critical interpersonal and leadership skills, selecting the best candidates, and giving them strong supervisory support on the job is presented in this comprehensive guide. After an introductory chapter on the historical context within which RAs operate…

Social work doctoral programs increasingly embrace an interdisciplinary orientation and structure. The strengths and weaknesses of interdisciplinary doctoral education are assessed. Six alternative models of interdisciplinary programs are identified based on the content of knowledge and the structure of the program, and the relative costs and…