A case study of nursing school faculty examines effects on organizational behavior of predominantly female staff, and suggests a distinct female view of the world and workplace. Major themes focus on importance of interpersonal relationships, with food, social events, support mechanisms, and meetings as facilitators. Contains 51 references. (SV)

Analyzes research on workplace family policy. Highlights salient themes such as corporate culture, gender and class differences regarding support for policies, and government role. Articulates theoretical framework for understanding barriers to progressive family policies in workplace, identifying competing social, cultural, and psychological…

The Ashtabula County Board of Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities in Ohio has developed an alternative to arbitration. The local conciliation committee, composed of representatives of both management and labor, plus a nonvoting, objective adviser, is a third level in the grievance procedure. Benefits include resolution of conflicts…

The extent to which relationships and work practices within advertising agencies differ in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom and degree of similarity to practices of artists were examined. Responses from Senior Creative Directors at 303 agencies suggested that work practices did not differ significantly but were limited in efforts…

Describes a study that was conducted to learn about the needs of distance education students who were enrolled in television-based college courses. Student characteristics are examined; barriers to attending on-campus courses are described; and computer use at home, at work, and on-campus is discussed. (LRW)

Describes a workplace literacy project in Canada that trains "literate" workers to tutor their "illiterate" co-workers. Employers were beginning to realize that literacy training could increase production and decrease industrial accidents. Attitudes of employees toward the program are correlated to the attitude and interest of…

A survey of 402 teachers of students with behavior disorders gathered information on classroom conditions, perceptions of collegial and administrative support, job satisfaction, and professional judgment regarding student placement. Results indicate that teachers work in relative isolation and are moderately satisfied with their jobs. (Author/JDD)

Among the forces influencing business education are (1) changes in the nature of work, the workplace, and the labor force; (2) technology; (3) a global economy; and (4) competition from corporate training systems and alternative information sources. (JOW)

At Indiana University, budget problems and the information explosion led to a project, financed by a computer company, integrating information technology (IT) into administrative functions. The administrative workstation project increased IT knowledge and use by key administrators, resulting in greater productivity and creativity, improved…

A multicase study investigated the process by which international teaching assistants become successful undergraduate instructors. It was found that one key to that process is their ability to continually redefine personal goals to make them increasingly compatible with department-imposed conditions. (Author/MSE)

Discusses the effect of computerization of the work environment on psychosocial communication. The RAM program, developed at Stockholm University to explore the effect of computers on the structure of organizations and the psychosocial work environment, is described; theoretical models are explained; and the future use of knowledge-based systems…

Survey responses identified skills that both employers (n=87) and students (n=196) feel are important and the teaching methods that are effective in developing those skills. Results indicated that students and employers had slightly different perceptions, although oral and written communication were viewed by both groups as important. (JOW)

Conducted national survey to assess preferred settings, work activities, and perceived levels of competency of doctoral students in accredited counseling psychology and counselor education programs. Results reflected stereotypic distinctions between what counselors and counseling psychologists do, and by implication between counselor education and…

Many teachers unknowingly breathe air and drink water with low levels of harmful material. Exposure over the years may present significant health risks. This article examines the problems of indoor air pollution, pesticides, asbestos, lead in drinking water, and radon. Each section includes sources for further information. (SM)

This article reviews provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 as they apply to persons with dyslexia, outlines a procedure through which the employer and employee negotiate accommodations, and offers examples of typical workplace problems and corresponding modifications. Talents and strengths associated with dyslexia are…