Portions of these studies were presented at the 47th Annual Convention of the Western Psychological Association, San Francisco, May 4, 1967.

The scientist-practitioner professional judgment framework for psychologists is reviewed, and three judgment components are identified--the range of alternatives in professional behaviors; identification of personal practice style; and potential error sources. Strategies to analyze professional judgments, and conceptual links between analysis of…

Interviews with 80 practitioners and 372 survey responses were used to examine the professional approach to problem solving. Although specialist knowledge is important, improvisation is a key factor. Professional practice appears to be a combination of applied knowledge and reflection. (SK)

Describes a decision-making process that guarantees continuing success for college facility management in discovering effective solutions that are process-focused, data-driven, and results-oriented. (GR)

This article focuses on the development and implementation of primary and secondary behavior supports at a schoolwide level. The approach described is consistent with previous efforts to address behavior at a systems level (e.g., G. Sugai, R.H. Horner, & F.M. Gresham, 2002). In this article, we illustrate this process through a school-based…

Problem-solving approaches incorporating interventions at multiple levels have gained in popularity in recent years. One such model, Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS), was developed to assist schools to more effectively promote positive student behavior through a systematic and recursive approach to developing and assessing…

Most managers do not receive formal training in metathinking--that is, they are not trained formally in thinking about thinking or in thinking about deciding. In this article, the authors review the lack of educational focus on metathinking and suggest several tools for improving the decision-making process and for skill building in metathinking.…

Evaluators of argument are frequently confronted by conflicting claims. While these claims are usually based on probabilities, they are often resolved with the accepted claim treated as though it were "true," while the rejected claim is treated as though it were "false." Scenario testing is the label applied to a set of…

In January 1986, the Learning Resource Center (LRC) of New River Community College in Virginia initiated efforts to increase the level, quality, responsiveness, and adaptability of LRC services. Central to these efforts was an emphasis on employee involvement and empowerment intended to create an atmosphere of trust and teamwork; enhance employee…

This manual was developed to provide an overview of participative planning for community improvement and to suggest when and how to use games to achieve desired results. It is intended as a tool for the development of relevant activities which will result in innovative solutions to community problems. The manual is organized in four sections. In…

One of the keys to economic behavior is decision making in production and the market place. Traditionally, economists have assumed decision making to be rational and based upon complete information, but this is not the case in actual situations. Actual problem solving is based upon communication behavior and availability of information. If, as is…

This program, "Decisions and Outcomes", was developed as an extension of the junior high program, "Deciding". The new one is intended for senior high school students, college students, and adults and can be used as an extension of "Deciding" or as a substitute for it with older students. The program deals with typical real-life situations faced by…

Article distinguishes between two types of problems: those that necessitate either-or solutions, and those called polarities, which require both-and solutions. Suggests how inherently unsolvable polarities can be managed by integrating them into men's counseling groups. Suggestions include direct teaching, individual analysis and action planning,…

Outlines the problem-solving team training process used at Harvard University (Massachusetts), including the size and formation of teams, roles, and time commitment. Components of the process are explained, including introduction to Total Quality Management (TQM), customer satisfaction, meeting management, Parker Team Player Survey, interactive…

Donna Whyte presents specific strategies for addressing classroom management problems, and she doesn't shy away from tough issues such as bullying, lying, and stealing. Her focus is on an even greater challenge, teaching children the skills they need to control their own behavior. Whyte offers humor, perspective, and insight as she shares her own…