The need for citizens to develop personal qualities to work and live in modern society and the role of education in attaining them are discussed, including leadership, civic responsibility, a sense of one's role in society, and understanding of society's structures. (Author/MSE)

The author presents his thoughts on the meaning of continuing education. He discusses it in the larger background of the ideals and values of our society. (Author)

The author discusses his belief that the emphasis on competency-based, outcome-oriented curricula serves two purposes: (1) it recruits students who also believe in this educational theory; and (2) it provides a framework within which "unlearning" and more significant personal learning can take place. (CT)

The article provides some hints from industry on how to be a good manager, focusing on defining and meeting various levels of objectives, improving an organization, identifying attitudes useful in successful management, and assigning and developing managers by paying attention to their personal strengths. (SB)

A seven-week sequence of one-hour sessions of practice in assertiveness skills is elaborated. The mini-course is designed for the personal and professional development of senior baccalaureate nursing students. (SK)

The first of a series of articles on the human brain focuses on the cyclic nature of brain development. Educational and social issues evolving from current discoveries about the brain are also discussed. (CJ)

Overviews themes relating to humanistic psychology. Discusses the tendency of theorists to unconsciously externalize their own psyches. Examines the historical context of humanistic psychology. Discusses humanistic psychology's contribution to understanding the less healthy person. Provides instances of unrealistic thinking by humanistic…

A study of 165 West German preschool children participating in a motor program which included swimming as an important activity showed that early motor stimulation affected the children's motor, social, and individual development. (CJ)

An intervention was designed, implemented, and evaluated with the goal of facilitating the psychological growth of women. Focus was on increased self-esteem and competence through self-awareness, skills development, cognitive changes, and changes in overt behavior. Evaluation studies described indicate the model's effectiveness with two…

During their first few years of teaching, teachers go through a series of stages that comprise a psychological development of a professional self. Students, rather than colleagues or administrators, are the primary agents of teacher socialization, satisfaction, and motivation. (SK)

Discusses Erickson's and Maslow's empirically based formulations of healthy development. Through integration of their systems, six trends are derived: survival, growth, communication, recognition, mastery, and understanding. Trends relate to self-functions, interpersonal functioning, and task performance. Relates trends to three aspects of…

GIFT (Generational Interaction for Today) seeks to facilitate healthier intergenerational contact and increased understanding and respect among the generations. Its activities include cross-age tutoring, day-care and nursing home exchange programs, support groups, and the development of educational materials for children, youth, and older adults.…

Presents a list of questions to help teachers examine their past efforts and make resolutions for the new year. (SJL)

Maintains that science, technology, and society are inseparable. Emphasizes that intellectual and ethical issues affect the practices of science and technology. Applies themes from Saul Bellow's novel to resulting problems of public and private policy. Stresses the value of general and liberal education in facing these issues. (DMM)

A study of the literacy situation in the Asian region served as the basis for a Unesco regional conference. Findings of the study indicate that more than half of the world's illiterate population is in the Asia and Oceania regions. Factors contributing to successful literacy programs are presented. (LRA)