Purpose: The growing public interest in vocational education and training (VET), most recently since the economic crisis of 2007/2008, has led to an exponential increase in articles with a vocational focus, underscoring the need for review studies for the purposes of systematic knowledge aggregation, clarification and interpretation. We assume…

In the 21st century, when the knowledge-based economy is steering improvement and development, STEM education has gained increasing momentum and importance. This study aims to identify the current trends in STEM education, and also explores and identifies research trends and patterns in articles published between 2014 and 2016 on STEM education…

This text proposes a comparative analysis of the inter-provincial developments of the professionalization of teacher education in Canada, and focuses on two issues: governance of teacher education and the development of new training programs. More specifically, based on a literature review, we analyse how current comparative research brings an…

National and international developments in higher education and the resultant pressure on universities to demonstrate excellence, including excellence in research, had a far-reaching effect on faculties of education who had traditionally focused more on excellence in teaching than on research. In South Africa, as part of transformation policies…

Predicts that the use of simulation games will again pick up momentum and will earn deserved recognition as an instructional technique. This is because it has come to be evaluated in appropriate ways and because it is linked directly to computers, and more specifically, microcomputers. (VT)

Types of research studies needed in the field of outdoor education are summarized: historical, philosophical, content, evaluative, teacher education, and administrative. Emphasis of past research is also reviewed. (BL)

Research in counseling has fallen far short of its goals. This is partly due to the inherent difficulty of doing research in counseling and partly due to attitudes toward research in counseling. The solution is not to relax the rigor but to show greater concern for sound research design. (Author)

This paper presents some preliminary data on rape and older women as a means for informing the interested in gathering data in their own geographic and/or socio-economic areas. Utilizing data from the 1970 census in Los Angeles, the author attempts to paint a broad-brush picture of this situation in a large metropolitan city. In addition, he hopes…

Investigates the 'Senior Adult' theatre phenomenon by considering work accomplished or undertaken and specific research needs. Theatre News American Theatre Association, Inc. 1029 Vermont Avenue, N.W. Washington, D.C. 20005 Subscription Rates: one year, $5.00; two years, $9.00; three years, $13.00. (MH)

Presents an overview of cultural, historical, sociological, and psychological aspects of suicide, and indicates that a comprehensive definition of this phenomenon does not exist. Further emphasis on gathering detailed case studies of suicides is recommended. Contributions from other fields can provide a better picture of actual causative factors.…

The article reviews the status and need for research on teacher education. Among the problems noted in current research are the lack of proactive studies and under utilization of existing research. The need for changing negative attitudes about research in education is emphasized. (CL)

Several methodological issues related to Carkhuff's human relations training model are discussed with an emphasis on developing research guidelines. Each discussion of an issue is accompanied by research guidelines for evaluating the present literature and conducting further research. Several research suggestions are offered which might resolve…

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…

Many gerontologists believe an understanding of middle age is essential for comprehensive life-span perspective on aging. Recommendations for future research include: focusing on middle age as central research concern; utilizing statewide, nationwide, and international samples; clarifying definition of middle age; and focusing on neglected groups…