Modeling, verbal instructions, and feedback were used successfully in training a severely retarded adult to ride a bus safely and independently to and from work. (Author)

Data from black students (n=200) pointed to father-present versus father-absent differences on a four-item index of internal-external control (for males and females equally) and on four measures of political disaffection--three of the four for males alone. Variations in fate control minimized male political differences. Results are discussed.…

Examines the leadership styles of seven women college presidents and the perceptions of faculty who interact with them. The presidents described their style, for the most part, as participatory, collaborative, open. The majority of other faculty described their style as hierarchical, entrepreneurial, task-oriented. Explores this discrepancy in…

The literature review discussed here located 56 studies examining 87 behaviors that predicted future health-related behaviors using the theory of planned behavior. About 41% of variance in intentions and 34% of variance in future behavior were explained by the theory. Perceived behavioral control explained 11.5% of variance in behavior above…

Examined life satisfaction, residential satisfaction, locus of control, and their correlates among a sample of 82 urban-dwelling individuals with spinal cord injuries. Results indicated that life satisfaction was virtually synonymous with self-concept. Residential satisfaction was tied to perceived residential choice and to issues surrounding…

Discusses the social problem of dating violence and presents a didactic support group model designed to empower young women as decision makers. Presents research findings supporting the content of the group model and discusses the potential impact of the group according to feedback from participants. (RB)

Criticism regarding omission of the word "responsibilities" from the title of the Joint Statement on Rights and Freedoms of Students may have been harsh and premature. It is likely, however, that the theme of responsibilities will dictate the agenda of future dialog. (Author/KW)

Describes a model for understanding and applying conflict management strategies using a personal power development theory. Adds conflict management styles to this theory to address the growing need for effective conflict management in higher education. Explains the approaches to conflict in each stage of the model and provides a case study. (RJM)

This case study describes Rosemary Crossley's facilitated communication method, which enables certain autistic people to communicate via an electronic device. Controversies surrounding the method and challenges to assumptions about autism are explored. (SK)

Describes an educational program that enables women to explore, in a safe environment, male violence and its impact on their lives. Topics include battered women, rape, incest, pornography, nonphysical violence, and sexual harassment. The course helps women realize that violence is a societal, not individual, problem and empowers them to take…

Explored moderating effects of academic self-efficacy beliefs on relationship of scholastic aptitude to academic achievement and persistence. Measured personal efficacy of students (N=105) completing technical/science majors (Educational Requirements-Strength; ER-S) and achieving specific academic goals (Academic Milestones-Strength). Found lower…

Examines three major reasons why individuals shirk responsibility: feelings of powerlessness (external locus of control), belief in a systems world (society as self-regulating balance of objective forces), and consequences of extreme introversion or extraversion. Discusses the role of education in fostering development of student attitudes and…

Five suggestions help parents teach their children to make decisions: give children tasks and choices that encourage a feeling of competence; allow children to share their opinions; give children weekly allowances and let them decide how to spend it; have children plan specific activities; and involve children in family councils. (SM)

Presents key themes from expanding literature on resilience, drawing from both psychological research and narratives of survivors. Focuses on Kauai study, landmark 30-year longitudinal study on resilience in 698 infants. Also examines survivors of child abuse, distinguishes between unhealthy and healthy resilience, discusses issues of separation…

Motivation research emphasizes importance of encouraging students to take responsibility for their performance. Academic achievement is matter of wanting to achieve, focusing on task, and believing in oneself. Teachers can encourage student self-regulation by ensuring that students understand expectations; creating a comfortable, orderly…