Generative artificial intelligence (GAI) has demonstrated remarkable potential in both educational practice and research, particularly in areas, such as personalized learning, adaptive assessment, innovative teaching methods, and cross-cultural communication. However, it faces several significant challenges, including the comprehension of complex…

This essay discusses the current state of and potential future directions for information systems education structured around several key themes that have emerged as central in several large-scale IS education initiatives over the past 15 years. The core idea that connects all of these themes is the centrality of IS as a transformative enabler for…

Author concludes that " . . . myth-oriented science fiction diminishe(es) the future and the possibilities of humanistic change by positing the idea that beyond the superficial empirical world there lies some meta-reality that is both absolute and unchanging." (Author)

Examines changes in major social institutions which reveal trends in the settings affecting rehabilitative efforts. This approach is based on the assumption that corrections is a microcosm of the larger society as opposed to a different world. Several possible futures for corrections are identified based on common trends. (Author)

Deals with the efficiency of the primary journal as a channel for communication of science information, outlining some of the problems and current trends, and looking into the future. (Author)

Authors discuss the human technology movement, which they see as having a potential impact unequalled in human history. (BP)

Nine sources of possible student unrest now and in the future are identified and considered, including jobs and the economy, new students, grade inflation, race and ethnic relations, effects of the women's movement, intercollegiate athletics, commuting students, loss of alternative studies programs, and legal activity. (Author)

The strengths of vocational psychology include quantitative foundations, theory-driven research, and focus on vocational assessment. Weaknesses are overemphasis on quantitative methods, lack of context, and class-bound perceptions of work. Threats include appropriation by related disciplines and the practice of vocational counseling by those…

This collection of 18 papers is concerned with the beliefs, methods, practices, and results associated with the type of forecasting which has become known in the last 10 to 15 years as "futures research." Topics discussed include: (1) forecasting methodology; (2) the validity of forecasting systems; (3) unforeseen developments; (4) forecasting in…

The article discusses the importance of humanistically oriented views of the future, including a change in the focus of education toward uncertainty, change, deliberation, and holistic thinking. It seems that the images of the future which a culture entertains are closely related to what eventually does come to pass. (LPG)

Groupings, for most forecasting technologies, may be categorized as: (1) Consensus Methods; (2) Combinatory Methods; (3) Creative Methods; or (4) Extrapolative Methods. The Delphi Technique has been an effective tool for forecasting what educational goals should be in the event of probable future conditions. (Author)

The withdrawal of Federal support for basic research is expected to have adverse and far-reaching effects. Reasons for scientific research, practical benefits, and funding processes are reviewed and the rationale for continued Federal support is explained. (BL)

The article presents the keynote address from the First National Convention (October, 1979) of the Division for Children with Learning Disabilities. (SBH)

If social workers are to help influence the future, they must first select the kind of future they want. The author suggests that social workers orient themselves to a philosophy of change--that they develop the ability to become synergists, working with each other and with other professionals. (Author)

While the accomplishments of paraprofessionals and the paraprofessional movement are many, several problems still remain. The author argues that the abuse and misuse of paraprofessionals can only cease when the movement becomes involved in massive social change. (Author/PC)