The supervision and training of women requires consideration of how to address issues brought to the training process as a result of sex-role typing. Dependent behavior and attitudes need to be overcome in a training process that leads to therapist competency and creativity. Strategic supervision benefits women by increasing self-reliance, sense…

A study of first-year graduate social work students' work looked at salient features of their practices, application of practice evaluation knowledge to work with clients, and the variables influencing the ways the students practiced. Recommendations for enhancing class and field integration and increasing knowledge and skill transfer resulted.…

A study of social work field instructors' perceptions of the faculty field liaison's role and role performance found that while the role was viewed generally in a positive light, field instructors' perceptions and expectations for the liaison were extremely diverse, raising questions about the adequacy of training and performance. (MSE)

A model for special education teaching intern supervision, the Supervision Throughput Model, developed at the University of Florida is described in terms of two key facets: (1) effective interpersonal communication skills and (2) procedures for conducting conferences. Model implementation procedures are also described. (Author/DB)

Effective curriculum supervision is essential to a good middle school and curriculum program, and principals can do this job through preparation, curriculum review and development, taking advantage of supervisory opportunities, and curriculum evaluation. (DCS)

Characterizes public school principals' perceptions of effective clinical-supervisory behavior and contrasts these with prior research findings. A Q-sort completed by 65 Quebec principals supplied data on three aspects of supervisors' behavior. (MCG)

The study evaluated the effectiveness of teacher and peer supervision in increasing levels of on-task behavior and work performance of six severely retarded individuals. Results indicated that close supervision by either a teacher or peer was superior to the baseline condition, with peer supervision producing higher levels of on-task behavior.…

Illustrates the potential of a single-case research design as a method for demonstrating supervisor accountability. Utilizing a multiple baseline design the effectiveness of a brief supervisory intervention was evaluated. The process and decisions involved in using a single-case design to evaluate supervisor effectiveness are discussed. (Author/BL)

The largest percentage of lawsuits in any school-related activity are those involving physical education and/or coaching. This article suggests content for a course in the professional preparation of physical education teachers and coaches covering legal and ethical issues of physical education. (MT)

Recognizes the opportunity for journalism departments to develop and institute courses for scholastic journalism teachers and to develop guidelines for the student press based on the most recent research. (CRH)

Focused team supervision is a team approach for instructional improvement. By targeting instructional needs, it promotes support in priority areas and strengthens administrator-teacher relationships. (MD)

Teacher growth is an on-going, developmental process that continues through the teacher's career. Four phases to full professional development are explored in this article. Aspects of each phase are described, and competencies that should serve as a foundation for a developmental model are discussed. (DF)

Suggestions are provided to help school superintendents avert problems of sexual abuse by teachers before they happen: (1) screen employees carefully; (2) know your principals; and (3) have principals keep a sharp eye on their staff for potentially significant changes in behavior. (TE)

A study of 579 preservice teachers in 9 different subject areas showed differences in personality patterns. The author believes that principals aware of differences in their teaching staff will establish better communication patterns and improve their schools. (MD)

Nine guidelines are presented to improve teacher recruiting practices in teacher shortage areas. The effort expended in getting good teachers pays off later in reduced supervision and staff improvement needs. (MD)