Describes the Theme Centered Interaction (TCI) Model, which provides a method for residence hall staff to support student development processes. Discusses initiation of the theme, dynamic development, and termination of the group. Residence hall staff can readily be used as facilitators for TCI groups. (JAC)

A management planning model developed by Furman University is described. The model is a decentralized participative approach to institutional governance that stresses decision-making based on use of appropriate research and allocation of resources based on management by objectives. (MLW)

Examines the School Instructional Development Model, which focuses on the library media specialist's role in instructional design and curriculum improvement. There are 11 references. (Author/RAA)

Provides a model of how hypnosis might be integrated into existing college counseling center programs. Describes a six-session skill building self-hypnosis group. (RC)

Holds that problems of implementation have resulted in the failure of large-scale intervention efforts to deal with cognitive deficits. Emphasizes technological, political, and cultural perspectives in innovation. Examines related models and programs in the United States and developing countries and shows that minimal requirements for their…

A long-range program of staff development must be an integral part of any process of program development and maintenance. (Author/PHR)

Empathy skill was operationalized using a videotape of client-worker interviews and a questionnaire. Two conditions for the development of empathy skill, (1) an experiential-didactic course, and (2) a structured meditation experience, are described. Positive change in scores was found with meditation attainment. Limitations and implications are…

A series of interrelated pragmatic steps that can be employed by schools interested in improving their curricula by including relevant minority content are identified. Identification of general principles, supporting rationales, and manipulable, extrinsic organizational rewards are presented as necessary to encourage faculty involvement.…

Explains a helping skills training program developed for undergraduate resident assistants. Program areas include: (1) exposure to various types of educational processes to improve skills; (2) active involvement in group process; (3) skill usage following program; and (4) observation and practice. (RC)

The article defends the teaching of philosophy at elementary and secondary levels and examines some existing precollege philosophy curricula; special attention is given to the American Institute for the Advancement of Philosophy for Children and a Canadian effort to establish moral education in the schools. (SB)

Presents an analysis of the personal and professional development of teachers, focusing on the factors involved in reflective teaching. Outlines a five-stage model of performance development within the learning organization that moves from novice to advanced beginner, competent, proficient, and expert. (MDM)

Rehabilitates teaching techniques that exploit both the meaning-driven and form-focused potential of reformulation and reconstruction tasks in English-as-a-Second-Language classes. Argues that the potential for focusing learners' attention on form has received little attention in instruction models. (30 references) (Author/CK)

Colleges and universities can communicate expectations for students' moral, ethical, and character development through both the environment it creates and the formal curriculum, particularly through stated goals. A model of moral development provides insights into the processes needed to foster moral behavior, and the experiences of other…

Describes the experiences of six science teachers and a facilitator involved in an action research group in science, technology, and society (STS) education. Explores the genesis of an issues-based model and highlights applications of this model in a classroom context. Examines action research as a potential tool for professional development in…

South Carolina adopted grade-level content standards in 1997 and required curriculum assessment in 1999. A model for implementation of these requirements is presented that includes rationale, definitions, a planning activity chart, and 10 elements of planning and implementation. A case study illustrates how one rural school district with limited…