Reviews present and potential uses of videotape technology in behavioral research. Emphasis is placed on research methodology and the value of incorporating videotape in current research practices, including behavior observation studies, in modeling research, and in perceptual attribution investigations. Concludes with an analysis of advantages…

Explores some of the complexities, fears, and concerns experienced by the male client that may hinder the development of a supportive and productive relationship. Discusses the challenges of working with men's issues and encourages group facilitators to consider the potential benefits afforded men in the group counseling process. (Author)

Although Israel's educational system is centralized, the syllabi of the Department of Curriculum Planning (part of the Ministry of Education) are not compulsory. Curriculum facilitators are used as the link between the Department of Curriculum Planning and the teachers in the school where the facilitator continues to teach. (RL)

Describes a number of parent education programs available through books, classes, and workshops. Review suggests no one best way has emerged as the best for conducting parent education groups, although all researchers report a successful parent-group experience. (JAC)

A study designed to examine the amount of influence the aid officer has in effecting institutional policy is described. Its purpose was to compare the aid officer's impression of the degree of influence required to perform his job with the president's perception of how much influence the aid officer has. (MLW)

Discusses and develops multiple attending as a concept, process, and trainable skill for facilitating better group therapy. Multiple attending involves the group counselor's simultaneous and continuous awareness of all verbal and nonverbal communication of each group member. It establishes trust and empathy while precluding rejection and…

Describes the process of negotiating a contract between school counselors and principals which defines role expectations. Suggests the contract can guide school counselors' job performance, create a harmonious relationship, and improve organizational effectiveness. (JAC)

Investigated client self-disclosure and client perception of counselors. Subjects rated counselors on intelligence and empathy, and while role-playing clients in therapy. Clients disclosed more to male counselors when counselors were high in status or attractiveness. Suggests the effect of counselor gender depends on an interaction with other…

Analyzed the following teacher communication behaviors: nonverbal immediacy, interpersonal solidarity, and communicator style. Studies suggest that perceptions of instructor communication variables differentiate effective and less effective instructors. (PD)

Investigated perceived personality and behavioral correlates of the ideal interpersonal communication instructor. Results indicated there was a two-dimensional structure underlying students' judgments: an evaluative dimension and a less well-defined activity factor. (PD)

Describes the organization and purpose of the National and World Affairs Division of the National University Extension Association (NUEA) and discusses the need for public policy programing in continuing education. Proposes debate in the NUEA and its member organizations on the subject of members' role in such a policy. (MF)

A study of the responses of 56 high school girls shows the cultivation effects of television beauty-related commercials on the girls' perceptions of the importance of sex appeal, youth, and beauty to women in four different roles. (GT)

Since it is important to identify those qualities that best coincide with the role of the pharmacist, the SVIB was used to determine the suitability of a student's interest. Five roles for pharmacists are identified: manager of resources, educator, consultant, health maintenance, and primary care. (MLW)

A description of Project Preserve, a Colorado high school living history course which provides students with tools to find their roots and understand themselves and their futures, presents a history of the project; details the formation of goals, objectives, and philosophy; and notes the advantages to both students and community. (SB)

The article details the emotional, social, and mental characteristics of gifted children and explains how the classroom teacher can help such children, who are often socially alienated, find their place in the world. (SB)