Describes four major types of evaluation: needs assessment, formative, implementation, and summative evaluation. Suggests the general categories of information that must be collected, analyzed, and interpreted, as illustrated by the example of the evaluation of staff development at a two-year college. (AYC)

There is evidence that staff development results in improved supervisor-teacher and teacher-student relations. (Author)

Competency-based orientation for nurses provides a practical and cost-effective transition to the practice setting. The program requires a large initial investment in the development of self-learning materials and evaluation tools but greatly reduces instructor time. (SK)

Issues relating to in-service education are highlighted including professional lifespace, resource allocation, validity, systemic designs, collaboration, and the responsibility for in-service education of teachers as professionals and employees. (JMF)

NIE feels that it has an important role to play as contributor and participant in the process of mediating the respective needs and expertise of the various constituent groups involved in in-service teacher education research. (JMF)

Provides resources to make the appraisal interview more productive. (RL)

The study investigated the effects of indigenous contingencies in altering administratively related behaviors (including (1) completing federally required reports on student progress, (2) tardiness, and (3) completing weekly timesheets) with 87 employees at a residence for moderately or severely retarded individuals. (Author/PHR)

Three strategies for implementing self-renewal by urban schools are discussed-- technical assistance, content training for staff, and process consultation between specialists and staff. (JD)

Effective improvement of accreditation standards for teacher education institutions must deal with deeply rooted problems such as inadequate educational finance and staffing. (LH)

In order to move beyond legal compliance to real equality of opportunity, every educational leader must develop some systematic means of extending his or her personal knowledge and skills with respect to Title IX. Provides a check list for self evaluation of educational leaders and a guide for developing an implementation plan for Title IX.…

Describes a survey involving 1,604 registered nurses, (1,573 females and 9 males) living in Hawaii, to determine their continuing education needs and preferences. It is noted that findings, part of which are presented in charts showing subjects' preferences and educational backgrounds, will help faculty plan continuing education offerings for…

Henry M. Brickell, director of policy studies for the Research Council of America, spoke to the personnel development section of the American Vocational Association convention, presenting ten cases where professional development is indeed needed. (Editor/HD)

Explains how a game using Tinker Toys can be used to promote a sense of staff cohesiveness which is essential to the operation of school journalism departments. (KS)

The vision for teacher and student development portrayed in the recent National Commission on Teaching and America's Future report does not match classroom reality. A school's compelling vision and stretch goals demand professional development that is results-driven, standards-based, school-focused, job-embedded, matched to desired instructional…

Discusses the induction process of new teachers from two perspectives: subject mentor and newly qualified teacher. Highlights the importance of supporting newly qualified members of staff. (ASK)