Reviews papers in this Quarterly by Herriot and Dawson. (JM)

It is suggested that a time may well come when minority clients receive equal but unresponsive services and that primary attention should be placed upon the delivery of responsive services rather than upon the demonstration of inequities. (Author/AM)

This approach to working with families under stress recognizes the family as a system interacting via communication patterns among its own members and within a larger context of peers, neighbors, school, work, and community agencies. Presented to the Canadian Guidance and Counseling Association, June 1975 at Vancouver, British Columbia. (Author)

The updating and renewal of knowledge and skills are professional responsibilities of all school counselors. Unfortunately, while an ever-growing need for new knowledge and skills exists, there seem to be few organized efforts to meet these needs. This article describes a model that was designed to fill this void. (Author)

Describes the vocational education program evaluation model used in the Dallas County Community College District. Examines each phase (i.e., data collection, program analysis, and cross-comparisons of programs) of a process which concludes with a districtwide summative evaluation. Explains how the model can be used in single-campus colleges. (DMM)

Doctoral students (N=58) from counseling and clinical psychology programs were assessed for level of awareness of countertransference feelings and theoretical framework during the counseling hour. Results suggest that greater awareness of feelings relates to less withdrawal of involvement (a countertransference behavior) and that a combination of…

In viewing retention as a process beginning at application and concluding at graduation, a Pennsylvania community college developed a comprehensive program addressing intake for new students. Enrollment, testing, academic advisement and scheduling were completed in one day, and students' families were involved. Student surveys showed considerable…

Current issues and concerns with student volunteer recruitment programs and ways in which to enhance the probability of success for any campus based student volunteer recruitment effort are presented. STUDENT VOICES, a model student volunteer recruitment program at West Virginia University is described. (MLW)

Distance educators should be aware of the advantages and disadvantages of new technologies as they design new programs. Two papers discuss a model for understanding the nature of the teaching and learning interaction and present a case study of the use of computer-mediated communication technology in the delivery of a graduate credit course. (JOW)

Eight school districts assessed the applicability of a total of four evaluation models: Massachusetts Special Education Programs Evaluation Model, California Statewide Cooperative Program Evaluation Model for Special Education Programs, Systems Framework for Special Education Program Evaluation, and SPEED/SMA (Special Education Total Program…

Presents a computer-aided instruction model that uses the simulation of field battles to analyze the dynamic interrelationship of space and time in historical events. Implementation of the model is briefly discussed, and possible enhancements and applications for other areas are described. (Author/LRW)

Describes a strategic plan developed at a community mental health center, the Summit Center for Human Development, to deal with its own survival while public demand increases, and federal and state programs are cut back. Examines current and prospective services and outlines directions for enhancing the mandated and optional services provided…

Describes a model that can be used to integrate computers into the language arts curriculum. (FL)

The principles and common practices of enrollment management efforts in colleges and universities are outlined, and institutional conditions favoring effective enrollment management are discussed. (MSE)

A model for special education teaching intern supervision, the Supervision Throughput Model, developed at the University of Florida is described in terms of two key facets: (1) effective interpersonal communication skills and (2) procedures for conducting conferences. Model implementation procedures are also described. (Author/DB)