Investigated the relationship between subtest scatter on the Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children and higher intellectual potential as indicated by subsequent reexamination and grouping of children. Results indicated that scatter on the initial examinations is a poor indicator of the presence of higher intellectual potential. (Author/RC)

The model stresses a focus on functional skills and suggests that assessment and remediation data facilitate placement into the training environment which maximizes productivity and minimizes dependency, and that counselors and case managers function as enablers who facilitate the client's movement into a less restrictive and more productive…

Analyses of 212 questionnaires completed by school districts with mainstreaming programs indicated that placement in the regular class did not enhance individualization of instruction for exceptional learners. Placement in the most restrictive educational environment was, however, a good predictor of individualized instruction. (CL)

Reports placements and salaries of graduates of ALA-accredited library school programs. Salaries and opportunities appear to be strongest in the category of "Other Libraries and Library Agencies." (RAA)

The importance of recommending special education services only for handicapped students is stressed, and alternatives for nonhandicapped students are envisioned on a continuum from no intervention, to short-term parent consultation, to six months reassessment, peer tutoring, referral to a guidance counselor, and finally transfer to another school…

The survey found, among other things, that--contrary to common practice--conduct-problem children were not ranked high. Rather, the hypersensitive, easily hurt child was considered most in need of services. (Author/DLS)

Addresses four issues in the mainstreaming of handicapped children into the least restrictive environment: readiness of the system to deal with the concept of handicapped, availability of support systems for mainstreaming, establishment of continuum of service units, and acceptance of the concept that mainstreaming is "good" for all students. (SBH)

The key to successful college recruiting is a well-organized university relations program. The author outlines how to improve university relations. (Author/HMV)

In an interview, K. Wyatt, president of The Council for Exceptional Children, discusses issues related to determining the most appropriate and least restrictive environment (LRE) placement for mentally retarded persons. (CL)

Student placement in an initial mathematics course was investigated using either a programed test administered by a computer or a traditional test administered in a conventional manner. The former method was favored. (MP)

Discusses employment testing, its control by the federal government, and the sources of influence attempting to cause the government to shape psychological testing to their own viewpoints. (RK)

Describes a program that uses test scores in such a way that

QualCube is a framework for assessing sites for clinical placement of nursing students. It assesses the dimensions of relevance, efficiency, goal achievement, social justice, and participant satisfaction. A unique feature is an action plan to encourage continuous improvement. (SK)

Describes an exercise designed to be used in an Advanced Placement (AP) chemistry course to accompany the study of thermodynamics. Uses Differential Scanning Calorimetry in teaching the concepts of thermochemistry and thermodynamics. (JRH)