We conducted a random national survey of 100 doctoral, 100 comprehensive, and 100 baccalaureate institutions to determine the current state of the undergraduate health psychology course. We found clear evidence of a maturing course with much greater commonality in name (health psychology), theoretical foundation (the biopsychosocial model), and…

This document presents a variety of resources for students to use in preparing class presentations and historical research projects on the history of psychology. The resources pertain to historical figures in the field of psychology. Many of the references included in this bibliography are annotated and the names of the psychologists contained…

Reports results of survey (n=83) of undergraduate psychology students' use and evaluation of career development information. Of 10 information sources evaluated, a departmental course in career development was rated highest in value; the placement office was rated lowest. Resume writing was considered the most valuable type of information provided…

Evaluates effectiveness of a college level career development course for psychology majors. A total of 148 students participated in experimental and control groups. Results indicate that the experimental group demonstrated superior increases in self-knowledge, job opportunities, and skills. Several approaches to career education in psychology are…

A survey was undertaken to ascertain postgraduate career activity of psychology majors who graduated from college between 1973 and 1978. Findings indicated that students encountered a wide choice of jobs after graduation, that they were generally satisfied with the psychology major program, and that they expressed the greatest need for coursework…

A workshop designed to teach participants how to use microcomputers for practice management, psychological testing, word processing, peripheral interface, and data analysis was found to meet the interests and needs of both academic and practicing psychologists. (RM)

The literature on undergraduate field placement programs reveals differences in approaches to program evaluation. Included in research literature are descriptive accounts, as well as those focusing on characteristics of the program, student evaluation of field programs, or those assessing the program's influence on students. This study pre- and…

Describes the classroom experiences of three individuals who team taught a college level psychology course. Student and teacher reaction to the team teaching experiment was generally favorable. Information is presented on methods, results, and effects of team teaching experiences on participating faculty members. (Author/DB)

Examines the role of the faculty in preparing undergraduate psychology students for their postgraduate careers. Increasing concern with career development has led to proposals for curriculum revisions, career development courses, and a changing faculty role. Research indicates that faculty interest in postgraduate careers may increase student…

This paper describes a career development course at Creighton University, which was designed to meet the needs of psychology majors. The course follows a three dimensional model consisting of increasing students' knowledge about themselves, their knowledge about the world of work, and their knowledge about job search skills. The course employs…

Describes a psychology colloquium series for undergraduates designed to illustrate the variety of activities engaged in by psychologists, provide a public forum for faculty and students to present their scholarly work, and to stimulate scholarly activity among faculty and students. (Author/KC)

Efforts to address the career concerns of psychology majors have traditionally emerged from faculty judgments; little attention has been directed to assessing those concerns from the students' perspective. As part of a larger study to obtain information on students' reactions to types and sources of career related information, psychology majors…

Focuses on the use of student publications in journals as a teaching tool. Explores the use of this technique in three contexts: (1) enabling students to understand experimental methodology; (2) teaching students about statistics; and (3) helping students learn more about the American Psychological Association (APA) writing style. (CMK)

Reports results of a study assessing the effectiveness of teaching statistics with an emphasis on selection skills. Discusses how general academic ability and gender affected students' learning when the instructor emphasized selection skills. Concludes that teachers must emphasize selection skills through handouts, lectures, and examinations to…

Presents an annotated bibliography of works in hopes of stimulating interest in and promoting scholarly activity about teaching history of psychology. Organizes 56 articles into 3 categories: projects, perspectives, and evaluations. Argues there is a serious need for thorough evaluative research. Includes departmental histories, role playing,…