Described the development of the life experiences survey for the measurement of life changes. It was designed to eliminate shortcomings of previous life stress measures and to allow for separate assessment of positive and negative life experiences. Studies bearing on the usefulness of the life experiences survey are presented. (Author/BEF)

Two approaches to development are identified--ecological and cognitive. A comparison of the two approaches is made, and decisions are made favoring the ecological approach. A detailed description of the advantages of the ecological approach is provided by means of a systems theory model. (Author/DB)

Presents a general profile of remarriage and the process by which divorced people decide to remarry. A format is described through which clinicians can evaluate critical issues that determine the readiness of divorced people to remarry. Case illustrations demonstrate various problems and their solutions in therapy for the divorced. (Author)

The author discusses the problems which perplex us in educating for individuality while also trying to safeguard and maintain the standards cherished by the community. (Editor/KC)

A 16-week development program for young unemployed adults is described. Discusses objectives (improved thinking patterns, positive self concepts, self-confidence, and good work habits); input areas (basic handskill knowledge, project-based activities, living and social skills, and residential experience); and key words (interest, confidence,…

Reports on the implementation of an adolescent group psychotherapy process. (RH)

The life and philosophy of British educator Susan Isaacs (organizer of the Matting House School) and her contributions to education are examined. (JD)

This study involved the construction of a theory and scoring manual for assessing the developmental stages of individuals' concepts of marriage. Four stages (Magical, Idealized Conventional, Individualistic, and Affirmational) were identified. Reliability was acceptable. Correlations with age, schooling, ego development, and years of marriage…

University students said intercollegiate athletics helped the quality of life at the university, enhanced the personal development of athletes, and provided entertainment. Most wanted to expand women's athletic programs and maintain men's programs. Those who had attended intercollegiate sports events were more favorable than those who had not.…

Argues that a better understanding of developmental processes is provided by three types of operant research -- laboratory behavioral descriptions, descriptions of naturalistic behavior-environment interdependencies, and predictive naturalistic studies. The usefulness of these processes are examined in light of the goals of life span developmental…

Several different conceptions of the relationship between learning and development are considered in this article. It is argued that dialectical and ecological developmental orientations might provide a useful basis for synthesizing the contrasting frameworks of the operant, information processing, learning theory, and knowledge acquisition…

The authors argue the importance of examining teachers' long-range professional experience, review selected research on teacher career development, and suggest ways in which inservice teacher educators can help teachers review their careers. (MJB)

Discusses means of aiding preschool teachers to include music in their preschool programs. (DB)

The importance of a liberal education in fostering knowledge and scholarship in prospective teachers is noted. (JD)

Serious practitioners need continuing education that goes beyond the provision of information to help integrate knowledge and action. The author's description of career support workshops for clergy at mid-life illustrates one strategy for professional growth. (SK)