Illustrates the way case stories can be used as a professional development tool for promoting collaborative leadership and creating pluralistic leaders in higher education--leaders who respond to and embrace the diversity within the community, staff, faculty, and administration. (EV)

Discusses practical strategies for incorporating diversity in college and university faculty and staff development programs, regardless of content. Presents Malcolm Knowles' seven-step program planning model as a framework--steps include assessing needs and interests, defining purposes and objectives, and designing learning activities. Contains…

While technical training is crucial in an engineer's education, so too is the study of economics and business. Students need experience in business principles to succeed in today's business environment. (MM)

Examines the process of action research and how it contributes to the professional development of a first-grade teacher. Explores the research process experienced by the teacher as she examined whether portfolios could be used as an effective means for facilitating and assessing young children's development of science process skills. (Contains 58…

Examined the effectiveness of collaborative action research teaming as a professional development mechanism to address the demands of contemporary classrooms through formalized sharing between groups of inservice and preservice teachers. Data from observations, interviews, and student artifacts indicated that effective teaming depended…

This article discusses the future contribution of art therapy to social science research and proposes that art therapists proactively develop collaborative ties with qualitative researchers from fields such as psychology, social anthropology, and education. Although the application of art as a tool in qualitative research is not new, its potential…

This article explores the work of theorist and philosopher Mikhail Bakhtin and acknowledges him as a new voice to social work. In a larger context his ideas can help the profession in the transition to postmodernity. In particular, the authors explore two of his key concepts--dialogue and carnival. (Author)

Presents an integrated dissemination model for social work and, through the use of a case example, illustrates the practical application of the model. The OPTIONS (OutPatient Treatment In Ontario Services) project is an example of the effective dissemination of two research-based addiction treatment modalities to nearly 1,000 direct practice…

Proposes that more cost-effective physics teaching could be achieved if methods of teaching and learning were substantially revised from the point of view of the desired objectives and if teachers recognized the need for continuing professional development in this area. Also recommends more student self-assessment, both as an economical measure…

Presents a position statement from the National Science Teachers Association (NSTA) that expresses a vision for the reform of science teaching and learning. Comments on inquiry-based instruction, reflective teaching, assessment practices, subject matter, equity in science programs, and the professional development of science teachers. (DDR)

Describes a 10-year Professional Development School (PDS) partnership between a high school and the University of Louisville, discussing resulting differences for the high school. The paper examines: four functions of PDSs; evolution of the relationship; changing nature of the work; the Teacher Guided Assistance project; a self-esteem enhancement…

Presents a selected, annotated bibliography of recent research in the teaching of English, with most studies appearing in the period between January and June, 1999. Includes sections on assessment; family and workplace literacy; literature; media, society, and literacy; moral education; professional development; reading; research methodology;…

Throughout its history, adult literacy education has been defined, researched, and controlled by external entities. Action research is now enabling literacy practitioners and learners to gain a voice through production of their own knowledge. The applicability, benefits, and inherent risks of practitioner action research are discussed. Contains 53…

Analysis of 400 dreams reported by medical students and house staff at a major academic medical center examined development of the two components of humanistic medicine: empathy and humanistic attitudes. Suggests that "critical episodes" of medical education produce emotional and psychological defenses in young physicians that affect their ability…

Addresses the connections between faculty development and information literacy and presents strategies for establishing campus partnerships. Discusses five related topics: information literacy and campus culture; campus initiatives; strategies for partnerships; a faculty development model; and the Florida International University Model for…