The author describes her experiences as a teacher in a compensatory preschool program and later as a graduate student and researcher, examining a number of issues relevant to Black social scientists. She discusses some dilemmas of the Black social scientist who is seeking a place in the academic research world. (Author/CT)

Issues involved in parental legal responsibility for a child's graduate study costs in the case of divorce are reviewed, and it is concluded that these issues are not inherently different simply because the child is older. (Available from: Fred B. Rothman & Co., 10368 W. Centennial Rd., Littleton, CO 80123, $4.50) (MSE)

This open letter is directed to graduate students considering careers in college teaching. In addition to academic degrees, the authors suggest the prospective teachers develop the following abilities: goals and values consistent with teaching, job interviewing skills, teaching skills, and the ability to work with both students and faculty. (AM)

Except for a period of intense recruitment of Blacks which occurred between 1966 and 1972, attitudes toward providing Blacks greater access to graduate and professional education have not changed substantially since the 1950s. The small percentage of Blacks currently holding doctorates limits, in turn, the future development of Black…

Successful programs of continuing professional education must involve both the improvement of the learner's competence and the restructuring of the work environment to stimulate, encourage, recognize, and reward improved performance. (Journal availability: Subscription Manager, MOBIUS, University of California Press, Berkeley CA 94720.) (SK)

Many graduate students in geology lack an adequate knowledge of scientific methodology, research methods, and writing skills necessary for thesis work. Described is a course designed to address these deficiencies. (Author/WB)

The Delphi technique of refining group opinion was used to develop a graduate-level marriage and family therapy curriculum. Questionnaires were employed and 101 content areas met the criteria for inclusion into the final curriculum. Discussed are the similarities and differences of this curriculum and the current "model" AAMFT…

A study aimed at determining the perceived needs of a selected sample of Iowa pharmacists for externally available advanced study is discussed. Eight percent of the population proposed to pursue advanced degrees, while another 6 percent desired to participate in the educational opportunities without pursuing a degree. (Author/MLW)

At Loyola University of Chicago a needs assessment procedure was used to decide whether to establish a master's degree program in public administration that would serve many part-time students. It required the analysis of potential participants, the university, faculty, competing programs, and potential employers. (CT)

The results of two years of funding under the Health Professions Educational Assistance Act of 1976, which authorized federal grant support to general practice residency programs, is reported. Grants totalling $7.8 million were received for the purpose of enlarging enrollments, hiring faculty and support staff, and improving facilities.…

Describes a simple hydraulic analog which allows students to explore some physical aspects of the cardiovascular system and provides them with a means to visualize and conceptualize these basic principles. Simulates the behavior of arterial pressure in response to changes in heart rate, stroke volume, arterial compliance, and peripheral…

This description of recent developments in the Multinational Project in Educational Technology of the Organization of American States is based on a follow-up study of over 300 graduates of postgraduate courses. Seven references are listed. (CHC)

The purpose of this study was to (1) help identify the research skills and competencies needed in the business world, (2) establish educational priorities among these competencies, and (3) offer a methodology for directing future curriculum planning for undergraduate and graduate business programs. (LRA)

Proposed is a graduate program based on the Master of Philosophy degree plan of the University of London, for college science faculty who have not obtained a PhD degree. This program is composed of individually designed courses of study, completed by summer and evening course work and individual study. (DS)

Briefly describes problems existing in training of international graduate and undergraduate students studying agricultural education in U.S. universities. Discusses eight questions related to agricultural education programs and their relevance to the international student. (LRA)