The following manuscript explores the application of family science theories to the field of child life. Ecological systems theory, family systems theory, and conflict theory will be presented and applied to child life. These theories explain the responsibilities and experiences of the specialist, their relationship with patients and families, and…

This study is a descriptive research study, which was conducted to determine personal and social responsibility levels of secondary school students. The research group is comprised of 602 (285 females, 317 males) students who are studying at the state schools under the Directorate of National Education in Konya Province. In obtaining the research…

Transitions are increasingly recognised as difficult, and less has been written about transitions to postgraduate taught programmes than about transitions into undergraduate or doctoral study. A Scotland-wide project found that new taught Post-graduate (PG), and staff teaching them, can be unclear about what is expected at Master's level, and…

Based on interviews with 18 parents who were enrolled in higher education and student affairs master's programs and also employed on college and university campuses, this article explores the ways that student parents navigate their academic, familial, and professional responsibilities. Using role conflict theory as a theoretical guide, this study…

Society assigns professional educational programs the responsibility to aid students in learning and dedicate expert knowledge to furthering the well-being of citizens. This demand calls for addressing the how educational policies prioritize learning professionals' responsibility. Inspired by the theory of Jacques Derrida, we deconstruct the…

This resource conveys policies, procedures, and guidelines that support the delivery of special education services in British Columbia's (Canada) public schools. It was originally published in 1995 (ED414703), following an extensive provincial Special Education Review (1993-94). The purpose of this manual is to provide a single point of reference…

Medical residents in hospitals are often required to be on duty for long hours. In 2003 the organization overseeing graduate medical education adopted common program requirements to restrict resident workweeks, including limits to an average of 80 hours over 4 weeks and the longest consecutive period of work to 30 hours in order to protect…

Calls attention to the issue of present science classroom practices engendering irresponsibility in students and, consequently, in the adults they will become. (Editor/JR)

Recounts interview with Roemer regarding student assessment in Montessori elementary programs, focusing on the findings of her dissertation on the subject. Questions relate to private versus public Montessori programs, assessment practices used in Montessori programs and their efficacy, and responsibilities of students, teachers, administrators,…

The author calls for an end to the hostility and confrontations which have divided those who should be working together for the schools. He outlines the obligations of boards, administrators, teachers, professional associations, parents, and students in a cooperative educational enterprise. (SJL)

Responsibility is one of the core values of individuals in a democratic society. This publication presents research findings that address whether responsibility can be learned or taught, and what factors affect its development. Chapter 1 includes seven articles that examine the concept of responsibility, concluding that responsibility is a learned…

Author clarifies some misunderstandings between his view of educational responsibility and that of Kenneth Conklin and endorses a policy of personal responsibility; that is, that all school members, including students, should be responsible for determining school activities and policies. Professor Conklin endorses the policy of adult authority,…

Notes that the postsecondary institution, disabled student, and sometimes the state vocational rehabilitation agency need to understand their separate yet interdependent responsibilities. Discusses federal rules and regulations that require provision of academic adjustments and auxiliary aids for disabled students. (Author/NB)

The aim of this study is that of reaching a better comprehension of the topic of children's rights within educational relationships. In a first stage, we analysed the representational field of children's rights produced through free associations by the two partners who are in conflict in everyday life, namely adults (n=267) and adolescents…

One of 33 self-paced instructional modules for training industry services leaders, this module contains three sequential learning activities on developing training agreements between the various parties involved in an industry services program. (Industry services is defined as job recruitment, training, and/or placement services provided by public…