The author discusses the particular needs of the Catholic adult as learner and believer and suggests program planning techniques for adult catechesis based on specific learning objectives and a wide choice of teaching methods. (SJL)

A sample of widows (N=1,169) showed a strong tendency to idealize the late husband and life with him often to the point of sanctification. Four interdependent variables proved of greatest influence on "sanctification scale" scores: age, education, income prior to the husband's fatal illness or accident, and race. (Author)

Planning for people in higher education is discussed, with who should be involved in planning and the characteristics of a good planning process delineated. Suggestions for implementing a plan are also provided. (MLW)

A stratified random sample of male and female faculty members from two universities was surveyed regarding traits of the ideal colleague. The results were analyzed according to the respondent's sex, tenure status, private or state university position, and academic discipline. Also diagnosed was the masculine or feminine value of each trait. (JMD)

Data collected in this study of graduates of Texas Southern University's School of Pharmacy are analyzed by comparing pre-1968 graduates with those who graduated in 1968 or later concerning residence, employment and clientele. Data concerning clientele are examined to assess the fulfillment of the school's objective to serve minority communities.…

The Bem Sex-Role Inventory and Heilbrun Masculinity and Femininity Scales were compared. Correlations between the masculine and feminine scales of both instruments were significant for males but not for females. Misclassification into sex role categories occurred primarily in those categories in which personality characteristics overlap. (MH)

Presents a study examining the effect of high and low communication apprehension in conjunction with social and personal settings upon verbal behavior. Stepwise multiple discriminant analysis of the data indicates several language variables that discriminate between the high apprehensive-personal setting group and the remaining groups. (JMF)

The internal-external locus of control scales of Rotter and Levenson and the Marlowe-Crowne Social Desirability Scale were completed by 156 undergraduates. The three-factor structure underlying Levenson's questionnaire was clearly confirmed. Some new evidence for the multidimensionality of Rotter's scale was also presented. (Author/GDC)

Rather than being concerned with basic teaching methods and techniques and how to handle hardware and software, those preparing experienced teachers to work with adults should stress the clientele's characteristics and specific, appropriate techniques, with emphasis on recognizing common difficulties and creating an appropriate adult learning…

Cognitive styles are broad, systematic characteristics that influence people's responses in different situations. Field dependence independence (FDI) is the cognitive style construct that has generated the most research. Describes the FDI characteristics in young children's social behaviors, including their social orientation, people-versus-object…

Describes the development of an English-as-a-Second-Language computer-adaptive test of reading comprehension. The article discusses the constraints that apply to Computer Adaptive Testing (CAT) and the advantages of CAT over conventional testing modalities. (29 references) (Author/CK)

A study involving 247 adults with intellectual disability living in group homes, and semi-independent and independent apartments, found residents' personal and behavioral characteristics explained more of the variance of total lifestyle satisfaction than the living arrangement. Participants who did not need mobility assistance or has less problem…

This listing provides the title, author, and length of doctoral dissertations completed during 2002 relating to children and adults with deafness or hearing impairments. Topics include speech development, literacy, peer tutoring, curriculum based assessment, and the effect of student placement on narration skills. Ordering information is provided.…

Discusses problems of using applied behavior analysis for individuals with mental retardation who have behavior disorders and presents a sensitivity model of motivation that stresses analysis in terms of aberrant environments, aberrant contingencies, and aberrant motivation. Describes implications for communication theory, assessment, and…

Argues that through equality, human dignity, and altruism, individuals learn to define and transcend themselves in relation to others. Discusses how student affair professionals can operationalize an ethic of care which emphasizes these values. Such an operationalization is complex and involves moral convictions, legal dimensions, and pragmatic…