Virtually all counseling is governed by implicit contracts that define both treatment goals and procedures and the client-counselor relationship. Discusses the implications of both types of contracts for counselors, presents a rationale for making these contracts deliberate and overt, and suggests guidelines. (Author)

Discussed the State of Colorado's introduction of performance contracting into its relationships with community mental health centers. Describes the nature of the contract and its implementation. Particular emphasis is placed on the implications of the contract for program evaluation. (Author)

Describes the theory of logical consequences and its use as an alternative to punishment. Presents concrete examples of logical consequences and illustrates its use in three case studies. Discusses implications for parents and counselors. (RC)

This guide is a summary of bursaries, loans, and other financial assistance available for obtaining a postgraduate degree, an advanced certificate or diploma at a university, technikon or college in the Republic of South Africa (RSA), Transkei, Bophuthatswana, Venda or Ciskei (TBVC). Bursaries are indexed under the headings: title of the award,…

This guide is a summary of bursaries, loans, and other financial assistance available for obtaining first diplomas and bachelors degrees diploma at a university, technikon or college in the Republic of South Africa (RSA), Transkei, Bophuthatswana, Venda or Ciskei (TBVC). Bursaries are indexed under the headings: title of the award, field of study…

A collection of essays examines ways in which teachers in higher education can enable students to become more autonomous in their learning: that is, how students can learn without the constant presence or intervention of a teacher. The introduction by David Boud discusses the trend in education towards a more autonomous learner, and provides an…

The origins, accomplishments, problems, and implications of competence-based reforms in higher education are examined. Competence-based education is defined as that form of education that derives a curriculum from an analysis of a prospective or actual role in modern society and that attempts to certify student progress on the bases of…