Studied a cluster-analytic approach to developing value profiles as a technique for identifying value similarities in managerial subgroups. Results, from a sample of Indian (N=27) and American managers (N=47), show that two dominant value profiles (designated "pragmatic" and "altruistic") were present and helped explain variances in decision…

Non-quantifiable knowledge, involving sensory information, conceptualization, and imagination, is discussed in relation to educational evalution. Evaluation is discussed in terms of educational connoisseurship, or the art of appreciation; and educational criticism, which informs, interprets, and appraises. (MH)

Cricizes Jacqueline Kasun's article denouncing sex education programs. Refutes her charges that the sex education program in Arcata, California, was designed to indoctrinate children in the direction of a new morality. States that the program was an attempt by teachers and the community to reinforce familial and moral values. (BE)

Heeney critiques two works on, respectively, American and Canadian independent schools: "The Elite Schools" by Leonard Baird and "A Question of Privilege" by Carolyn Gossage. He discusses the social context of their historical model, the English public school, and draws comparisons to the schools described in these two works.…

A college's ethos, based on the perceptions of the institution's character from both faculty and students, may provide a basis for decisions necessary for a college's survival in the next decade. Survey results show colleges most likely to survive balance self-awareness, empathetic responsiveness, internal coherence, resilience, and autonomous…

Describes concepts from social anthropology as confirming the traditional role and skills of the counselor--warm, emphatic, interpersonal communicator. Proposes counselors take comfort in the speculation that they actually serve the long-term needs of society, but that helping professionals should also be concerned about accountability. (JAC)

The learning process model is based on trainee input and is especially designed to help trainees learn basic interpersonal relationship skills, review program and professional expectations and opportunities, assess their potential and motivation for different careers in teaching and related professions, and examine their career objectives. (Author)

The moral economy is described as that segment of the world's social system in which individuals' decisions and actions are dominated by their image of the general good, even at some cost to their individual economic welfare. (MLW)

The family system is a variation of the teacher-advisor system which encourages educational and personal growth. A Life Experience Studies curriculum which emphasizes values claraifcation and decision making is presented. (JAC)

Research on the values of social workers and the effect of education on professional socialization is examined with particular reference to self-selection, the role of age in openness to change, the effectiveness of explication in communication of specific values, and need for faculty to present models to students. (Author/MLW)

Examines the climate in non-rural America that is and has been in part responsible for much of the suffering in rural areas. Shows how some specific rural inequities stem from federal policies. Appraises the Carter administration's response to rural problems. Suggests possible solutions. (SB)

Presents a rationale for teaching a course to high school students on the influence of science and technology on society. Bioethics and food, and world hunger are two of the topics included in the course outline. References are given for simulation games, readings, and audiovisual materials. (SA)

Analyzes the way fairy tales reflect and clarify real-life situations, human behavior, and moral values, enabling children to contemplate powerful and urgent themes. (GT)

Describes the impact of the expanded availability of television as a result of the Anik I satellite transmission system on the Canadian Eskimo (adults have an increased knowledge of national and international affairs). Indicates critical social and psychological effects on Eskimo children while adults have retained traditional social customs and…

Evaluates the Educational Satellite Communications Demonstration in Alaska project in educational television within the context of the rapid social change in land ownership, employment, and schooling. (JMF)