Sixth graders (N=698) participated in program classroom, receiving 12-session cognitive skills development curriculum aimed at reducing substance use rates. Compared to controls (N=674), Program participants showed greater decision-making skills and reported less use of tobacco, but only one difference between groups was found in use of alcohol,…

As an example of successful training in teacher coaching, this article describes a program conducted by the Santa Clara County, California, Educational Development Center. Aspects of the program discussed are its design, the selection of participants, the training process, the program's results, and the program's future. (MCG)

Of 53 abused children (two-five years old) tested before and after involvement in a program emphasizing therapy-group interaction for parents and daily preschool classes for children, 42 children showed greater-than-expected developmental gains. It is concluded that such a program which focuses on parent-child interaction appears to be effective…

The author speaks on whether colleges can play a role in training entrepreneurs and if so, how they can do it and what are the necessary skills involved. Secondly, he describes what specific ideas Malaspina (British Columbia) College has that may help other students become more entrepreneurial. (CT)

Elements of the "Balancing Act--Home and Work" program, developed by the Oklahoma State University Cooperative Extension Service and designed to help employees develop skills and insights for balancing home and work responsibilities, are presented. Discusses needs assessment, pilot testing, program marketing, and program effectiveness.…

During the past decade, two issues have dominated national debate on education: (1) the existence of substantial gaps in academic achievement between White and non-White students; and (2) the contention that, compared to family background, schools don't make much difference in the academic performance of poor and minority students. (JN)

Presents data concerning social validation of an empirically based training model for increasing job-interview skills. The model was easily employed as an effective training procedure. Student participants reported high levels of consumer satisfaction and identified several components of the model as being most beneficial. (Author)

A follow-up study assessed the relationship between selected counseling process variables and job-seeking activities. Processes related minimally to outcome measures. Only client demographics related consistently to job seeking. Findings suggest that outcomes are multidimensional. (Author)

Undergraduate students (N=40) were classified as either judgers or perceivers based on the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator and enrolled in six study skills classes characterized by more or less structure. Results indicated groups were equivalent prior to the course but afterwards judgers used study skills and attitudes more than perceivers. (Author)

A study of 4 children with autism and 12 typical children (ages 5-8) investigated the effectiveness of a social skills program. Typical peers were provided disability information and training in behavior management strategies along with social skills training. Results showed increased frequency and duration of interactions for all children.…

Assessed 19 students in academic training program in marital and family therapy for changes in their relationship and intervention skills. Found positive improvements on some measures. Trainee characteristics (clinical experience, gender, age, marital status, scores on standardized admissions tests) were unrelated to changes in intervention…

Skills transfer will occur if planners (1) structure expectations (clarify objectives, focus on behavior, keep expectations achievable and consistent, ensure learner ownership); (2) improve skills (keep objectives at the correct level of cognitive domain, focus on applications, integrate training with the natural environment); and (3) establish…

A pilot study involving 10 participants with mental retardation investigated the effectiveness of Feel Safe, a program designed to increase personal safety skills. Feel Safe participants increased their knowledge of personal safety skills and could apply this knowledge in their day-to-day lives. Participants did not perceive themselves as being…

A study evaluated the effectiveness of the Stay Safe Programme, a school-based safety skills program, in facilitating the disclosure of sexual abused among 145 sexually abused Irish children and adolescents. More participants, particularly female adolescents, made disclosures of suspected sexual abuse than did 443 non-participants. (Author/CR)