The authors describe new microcomputer applications in the area of telecommunications for vocational educators. They discuss electronic mail through ADVOCNET and AGNET, focusing on network applications and fees. (CH)

The author is the American Vocational Association's National Vocational Teacher of the Year. She argues that vocational teachers must be involved in their professional associations and suggests ways that they can find the time and support to do so. (CH)

Presents the story of Barbara Morgan, an elementary teacher who is stepping into the spotlight to finish what Christa McAuliffe started. Morgan is scheduled to ride the space shuttle early in the next century. Before leaving, she must spend two years in training for the flight. She must also face the media and be propelled into the national…

The author discusses the need for representative leaders among the members of the American Vocational Association. Leadership development techniques he stresses are committee membership and state leadership training sessions. (CH)

Discusses the advantages for teachers in collaborating with educational researchers. Asserts that such participation reduces teacher isolation and makes the job of teaching more stimulating. Focuses on successful, ongoing projects in New York, Michigan, and California, and offers ideas for joining the teacher-as-researcher movement. (KH)

Consists of eight articles on the theme of agricultural education in the political process. Topics include (1) involvement and integrity, (2) grassroots lobbying, (3) why be involved, (4) role of instructors, (5) state-level involvement, (6) communicating with legislators, (7) influencing legislation, and (8) role of the National Council for…

Most schools do not include their staffs in decision making and problem solving. A system of governance is needed that makes use of the professional skills and knowledge of teachers, empowers them to identify and solve problems, and gives them a share in making decisions. (JD)

Current educational management systems encourage the view of students and teachers as problem creators. Schools might be reformed through a greater appreciation of modern business practices which emphasize democratic participation. All members of the educational process could become decision makers and problem solvers. (KH)

A content analysis of Teacher Education Reports over a 32-month period is the basis for this report which identifies issues, problems, and proposals that have had or will have significant impact on teacher preparation practices. Three megatrends and 12 related subtrends are described. (IAH)

A successful California engineering program helps minority students graduate from college by providing a strong student network, extensive tutoring and counseling, and direct faculty involvement. (MSE)

Describes a British government study of self-evaluation procedures used by local educational authorities. A survey of self-evaluation policies in 104 school districts revealed a variety of approaches. Findings indicate a need to further define the evaluations' objectives, increase teacher participation, and increase staff development training. (AM)

Because workloads frequently do not permit teachers to develop curriculum themselves, their participation in its formative evaluation (field testing) is a productive alternative. A seventh-grade biology program was evaluated by 14 teachers. (CP)

Summarizes the findings of a recent Rand Corporation study of teacher collective bargaining in America. Examined were teachers' gains in compensation, teaching conditions, and decision-making power; tactics of teacher groups; and the financial and administrative implications of these trends. (SJL)

A year-long teacher's discussion group, organized and coordinated by a school psychologist, is described. Sanctions for the meetings, the meeting format, the role of the school psychologist, and an evaluation of this intervention strategy are discussed. (Author/MH)

Collaboration is an important concept in education today. Writing teachers are encouraged to collaborate with instructors in different disciplines and at different levels, and to set up collaborative projects for their students. Three writing teachers at the State University of New York at Plattsburgh have, for the past several years, held a…