This paper describes an approach to family life education which consists of a set of three educational objectives: (a) learning general principles; (b) learning how to apply principles in specific situations; and (c) learning skills to implement the principles in everyday life. (Author)

Identifies problems related to a counselor's lack of training to assist gifted African American children and proposes steps toward appropriate counselor training. A good multicultural training program has components of consciousness raising, antiracism, and knowledge and skill development. A multiculturally trained counselor is knowledgeable about…

A study investigated effects of visuals use in interactive multimedia instruction in a college-level unit on listening skills in communication. Subjects (n=140 students) were randomly assigned to two treatment groups (use of visuals/no use of visuals). Results indicate no significant difference between groups on cognitive or listening tests…

Explores the experiences of prepracticum trainees, focusing on changes in trainees' anxiety, self-efficacy, counter-transference management, and therapeutic skills. Results indicate that trainees became less anxious and developed greater skills over the semester. Qualitative results suggest that some trainees' reactions interfered with their…

Gives examples of classroom projects that use captioning technology and its benefits in improving language skills as well as helping students develop computer skills. Describes equipment needed. A sidebar by Vaughn Neal discusses the "ins and outs" of video editing. (AEF)

Examined group and individual factors that facilitate changes in cooperation and learning outcomes in trained and untrained work groups of elementary school-age children (N=192). Results indicate observable differences between student interactions in the two conditions. Trained students were more cooperative and helpful to each other, compared to…

Reviewing training and performance support materials ensures quality and builds the developer's skills. Examines the review process, reviewing to build skills, self-reviewing, technological aids, and feedback; provides guidelines for reviewers and developers; and suggests techniques for development improvement. Outlines suggested review stages and…

Compared supported employment services in two programs: (1) Group Skills Training, a professional rehabilitation agency outside of the mental health center providing pre-employment skills training and support in obtaining and maintaining jobs; and (2) the Individual Placement and Support model, integrating clinical and vocational services within…

A major reason for scaling up school-community collaborations is to provide greater equity across community lines and offer similarly coordinated services to all children and families. Capacity must be built through eliciting commitment from key constituents. Expanding school-linked services is as complex as major educational reforms, since it…

Distinct from academic intelligence, successful intelligence is the acquisition and use of what one must know to succeed in a particular environment. People with high successful intelligence know their own strengths and weaknesses; are goal-oriented, highly motivated, and efficacious; follow through; own and assume responsibility for their own…

Panoramic scanning is the capacity to perceive, interpret, and appreciate complex problems from a big-picture vantage point. Barriers to panoramic scanning (sensory bombardment, superficial polarized thought, and tunnel vision) and facilitators (broad interests and knowledge, pattern finding, and connection-making skills) are identified. Educators…

This article provides strategies that early childhood special educators can use to incorporate the learning of specific skills into a variety of developmentally appropriate play activities for children with disabilities. The development of individualized education programs that incorporate play as a framework for intervention is discussed. (CR)

Camp experiences are fertile ground for developing youth leadership skills such as self-awareness, communication skills, interpersonal skills, and ethics and responsibilities associated with leadership. Discusses camp activities that develop each of these skills, and the role of camps in reversing high-risk behaviors by providing adequate support…

Discusses the leadership skills necessary in libraries to address two current society trends: (1) a desire for empowerment by both staff and users; and (2) the demand for adding value to people's lives. Highlights include library service improvements; responsibility; the need for libraries to change; and compelling visions of the future. (LRW)

Describes a program for formulating and implementing a staff development plan for technology based on experiences in the Lake Forest School District (Delaware). A comparison of pre- and posttest responses of teachers indicated improvement in skill levels and more positive attitudes toward the use of technology in education. The annual technology…