Traces the origin of the Carnegie Unit (that measures seat time in the classroom) and its application to educational equivalency, suggests that technology has changed equivalency, proposes Capabilities-Based Educational Equivalency Units as an alternative, and illustrates its use in a graduate program at a university that offers distance education…

Used data from the Baccalaureate and Beyond Study (1993-1994) to examine the relationships student background characteristics, collegiate performance, and financial indebtedness have with the decisions of recent bachelor's degree recipients to enroll in graduate or first professional school. Findings show the importance of student debt. (SLD)

This article challenges educators to develop the human service student's innate inclination toward a professional approach to practice. A conscious effort to incorporate individual professionalism as a central theme within the human service academic program can enhance students' self-perception, self-confidence and, ultimately, the quality of…

The University of Alberta, Edmonton, announces the approval of a graduate program in First Nations education at both the master's and doctoral level. Describes program plans related to the use of elders, Native language revitalization, student selection, core courses, adjunct faculty (indigenous scholars), and the application process. (SV)

This article reflects a review of research relevant to family systems training and the use of films in the teaching of family systems theory. Advantages and disadvantages of using movies in an introductory-level graduate family therapy course are discussed. An outline of family therapy training objectives, as well as examples of a movie-based…

This study investigates the relationship of undergraduate research participation to pursuit of graduate education and other activities. Data came from 291 survey respondent who provided information about their post-graduate education pursuits and activities. The findings indicate that undergraduate research participants were more likely to pursue…

Explored issues related to student evaluation in higher education through responses of 40 faculty members to a scenario involving the evaluation of a graduate student whose thesis did not meet the teacher's expectations. Findings illuminate the clash between instructors' concerns for their students and the need to evaluate them according to…

Develops logit model of determinants of choice of a graduate business school. Data are drawn from new longitudinal survey of registrants for the Graduate Management Admission Test. Finds, for example, that even after controlling for the effects of affirmative action in admissions, blacks and Hispanics are substantially more attracted to top-tier…

Nine-year data on 414 Finnish master of business administration students indicated that 39% graduated, 53% were still studying, 7% interrupted their studies. Graduation rate was positively affected by previous degree and employment level. Graduation rate in in-house programs offered to companies was significantly higher. Demanding core courses…

Introduces a study investigating graduate teaching assistants' (GTA) perceptions on their role in conducting laboratories and explores the benefits of inquiry-based laboratories for GTAs considering their experiences and knowledge. (Contains 22 references.) (YDS)

Provides the views of four advancement officers on why undertaking advancement-related graduate study is valuable. Presents a list with contact information of almost 100 graduate and certificate programs in the United States, Canada, Australia, and the United Kingdom related to institutional advancement. (EV)

Describes graduate practicum in multicultural counseling that focuses on the counselor-in-training's family of origin as a strategy to increase sensitivity for counseling multicultural clients. Presents assumptions underlying this training and detailed description of the training. Provides discussion of outcomes of training and recommendation for…

An educator describes his graduate course in educational history and theory. Texts are used as didactic materials to: set the agenda, educe students' present knowledge, and supply critical feedback. Students improve their knowledge by uncovering and eliminating inaccuracies in a supportive environment designed to counteract student fear and dismay…

Nursing specialists are prepared at the master's level to function as members of interdisciplinary and family-centered early intervention teams for disabled children. A specialty program of study emphasizes advanced and specialized clinical practice; education of clients, families, staff, and professionals; consultation; research use; evaluation…

A study of the level of anxiety in registered nurses seeking a higher academic degree revealed a relationship between anxiety and certain demographic variables. Nurse students who are in financial hardship, are unmarried, or who come from associate programs benefit from anxiety reduction or support sessions. (JD)