Investigated elementary teachers' ability to recognize signs of abuse, perceptions of the reporting process, and understanding of liability. Teachers often could not recognize signs of abuse and were confused about reporting procedures. Some chose not to report because they believed child welfare agencies would not help; some were ignorant of laws…

Examines the relationship between institutional honor codes and student attitudes and behavior related to academic dishonesty. Results reveal that an academic honor code is only a mild deterrent to academic dishonesty; faculty, student affairs staff, and students differ in their views as to why students cheat; and students are more likely to cheat…

The traditional place of college authority has shifted and with it the place of student development theories in dealing with student conduct. Suggests that rather than stepping away, administrators of student policies need to address the life and learning experiences that lead to ethical and moral outcomes. (Author/MKA)

One-quarter of the 3 million new cases of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) each year occur in teenagers. Teens are at high risk because of biological, age, and behavioral factors. Education is the best weapon against STDs. As their children's first sex educators, parents must make every effort to promote STD education at home and school. (SM)

Survey of college students who managed credit cards wisely and those who did not (N=310), revealed that responsible users were more likely to have acquired credit cards before matriculating in college. Discusses implications for future personal-debt management and for institutions of higher education with regard to credit-card vendors. (EMK)

School-based consultation teams have been implemented in a variety of ways to address students' academic and behavioral difficulties while supporting teachers. Discusses how computer software offers an effective and efficient means of guiding diverse team members through a comprehensive consultation process. (Contains 31 references.) (GCP)

Examined the effectiveness of peer medication in an inner city elementary school. Trained students mediated 206 conflicts, most of which were relationship problems involving physical and verbal aggression. Before mediation, students' conflict strategies included physical force and verbal intimidation. Mediation most commonly resulted in an…

Presents findings from conversations with college students regarding the trends in students' behaviors and attitudes that differentiate today's students from previous generations. Also summarizes reflections from faculty and staff collected during the project period. Issues discussed include the effects of: college transition; social connection…

Reflects on how student affairs professionals can help students explore the unfamiliar space between knowing and doing. Discusses the role of student development educators in helping students go from knowing something to being able to use that knowledge to inform their own attitudes and behaviors. (GCP)

Describes a study that examined gender differences and the process of Internet-assisted inquiry in a single-sex, technology-enhanced environment. Results indicate that female students in a single-sex environment display similar behaviors as male students do when engaging in technology-enhanced activities. Discusses student attitudes and…

Discusses the 15-session Structure/Themes/Open Communication/Reflection/ Individuality/Experiential Learning/ Social-Problem-Solving (STORIES) program, which uses the peer group and story form as vehicles to improve social problem solving for aggressors, victims, and bystanders. Postintervention reports show decreases in externalizing and…

Examined the role of classroom discipline in promoting student responsibility for the protection of learning and safety rights in Australian classrooms. Surveys indicated that students believed teachers reacted to classroom misbehavior by increasing their use of coercive discipline, which inhibited development of student responsibility and…

Looks at the issues involved in long-term bullying and draws on the findings of two studies, both of which have relevance to the phenomenon of long-term bullying. Outcomes of studies suggest that a small percentage of students may be bullied for a long period of time and that this more persistent bullying may need focused long-term solutions to…

Examines the relationship between bullying and risk behaviors among 591 elementary school students. Results reveal that bullies were more likely to spend time at home unsupervised, drink alcohol, smoke or chew tobacco, cheat on tests, and bring weapons to school. Discusses results in light of the possible relationship between bullying, antisocial,…

Discusses the growing problem of plagiarism in academia, particularly with Internet-based resources. Topics include factors influencing student behaviors and attitudes toward plagiarism; faculty attitudes; and the role of librarians in helping to prevent and detect plagiarism, including student instruction and forming partnerships with faculty.…