From an evaluation of the literature, grades have little or no correlation with career performance. (PG)

The study concludes that the Torrance Figural Test (Form B) of Creative Thinking seems to have little utility in predicting course grades in a college of fine and applied arts. (Author)

Criticizes the conclusions and analyses of an earlier paper (EJ 036 385) and concludes that the problem (apparent oversupply of Ph.D.'s) is one of political allocation of resources and not one of too many people with too much education. (AL)

Uses variables, inferred from previous studies to be successful predictors, to determine if pairs matched on basis of such variables would be more compatible than those randomly assigned. Indications are that variables, although possibly necessary for compatibility, are not sufficient determinants. (Author/CJ)

Student background (biology and science) and aptitudes (verbal and mathematical) studied as predictors of achievement in audio-tutorial and conventional biology programs. Overall achievement was higher in audio-tutorial group, background variables differed in effectiveness as predictors for the two groups. (EB)

Includes thirteen statements, the distribution of responses, and ten summarized beliefs on the future events of trade and industrial teacher education as predicted by 76 (95 percent) T and I education chairman or department heads. (GR)

Author proposes student participation in grading as a lesson in responsibility to student and faculty alike, and believes the self-assigned grade would furnish valuable information about the student's value judgment to persons who will make future reference to his academic record. (IR)

Expectancy statements resulted in greater self confidence, greater expectation of academic success, and greater interest in and perceived relevance of course material. (Author)