The article reports preliminary observations on data from six colleges on application of a regression model to help explain observed differences in instructional efficiencies of specific curricula. A major finding was that the most efficient distribution of students is in the humanities and social sciences. Tentative explanations for this finding…

A model is offered which identifies those who benefit and the benefits of special education. The model uses impact analysis rather than benefit-cost analysis and involves establishing evaluative techniques, developing novel metrics, and gathering baseline evaluation data to ascertain the social, economic, and personal benefits of special…

Describes the development of a model for improving the calculus achievement of minority group college students currently used by 25 institutions of higher learning. Utilizes group study and an "honors class," rather than a remedial approach. (FMW)

Examined nationally representative sample of 60 adult day care centers to describe state of adult day care. Results indicated that day care centers could be categorized into 3 models of care, each serving distinctive subpopulation. Tested model appropriateness with analysis of variance of differences in participant characteristics. Contrasted…

Outlines models for health education and community interventions targeted at reducing human immunodeficiency virus-Type 1 transmission. Notes significant gains made with regard to sexual practices among homosexual and bisexual men in some acquired immunodeficiency syndrome epicenters. Stresses need for more programs to address other high-risk…

Critiques of conventional models for evaluating the utility of organizational human resource policies. Questions the implicit assumption that utilities are invariant across changing labor market conditions, and concludes that omission of these considerations overstates the likely utility of the programs being evaluated. (TE)

This article investigates the extent to which student borrowers might be induced to prepay by an offer from the government to share a portion of its savings expected from prepayment. The analysis suggests that potential savings are not likely to be large enough to induce significant prepayment. (Author/MLW)

Presents a model for studying the process by which students decide to continue with, or to terminate, their second language studies. Previous research in the area is discussed. (MSE)

Presents a brief history of public relations education. Proposes a model program for public relations education and discusses where such a model program logically fits in the university structure and where it would be most likely to receive necessary resources. (MS)

Recognition of the importance of patient compliance with medication regimens has resulted in a total redesign of a course at the Auburn University School of Pharmacy. A description of the rationale and methodology for focusing communication courses on patient compliance is presented along with a conceptual model and course syllabus. (Author/MLW)

The consulting teacher model can be an effective tool for serving gifted students with learning disabilities, by facilitating collaboration among teachers, administrators, and parents. Steps are given for conducting collaborative consultation to help such students, and examples highlight situations in which teacher consultation and collaboration…

Vocational assessment models developed at rehabilitation facilities require modifications to suit the needs of the public school setting. Proposed modifications include using vocational evaluation centers in area vocational/technical secondary and postsecondary schools, using curriculum-based models of vocational assessment, or blending the…

Presents a model for facilitators of adventure-education group initiatives, group problem-solving tasks requiring cooperation and trust. Discusses initial observation and assessment of individual and group behaviors, setting objectives, preparation, group orientation, structuring the task toward objectives, implementation, guided reflection,…

Explores the issue of mass communications internships for credit: their cognitive value; models for pedagogy, organization, supervision, and academic link-up; and selection of students most likely to benefit. Urges the incorporation of more complex interdisciplinary theory into the design of internships. (SR)

Overviews articles in this issue that focus on the current status of adventure therapy and describe efforts aimed at defining a framework for conceptualizing adventure therapy. Notes changes in the field, including introduction of state laws requiring licensure of programs, the drive for program accreditation, and growing training opportunities in…