This article discusses the possible advantages of providing scholars with same-sex role models. Factors that may inhibit professional advancement in the case of cross-sex role models are described. (Author/EB)

College students evaluated teaching effectiveness at the end of course and one year after graduation. Results showed variance attributable to the specific instructor was much larger than that due either to course level or course type for both end-of-term and follow-up ratings, and the effects were stable. (Author/RL)

Summarized are some of the concepts, historical precedents, and pertinent data which explain the existing structure of environmental engineering education in the U.S. Identified are the main issues which must be considered in planning the future directions of academia in educating the environmental engineer. (Author/SMB)

Examines the nature of external doctoral education, particularly as it pertains to nursing. While such nontraditional programs provide new learning structures and expand available options, disadvantages include separation from student support services, full-time faculty, and library facilities. Discusses accreditation, residency requirements,…

A follow-up study of applicants denied admission for graduate and professional training at the University of South Carolina, College of Social Work, is described including method, findings, interpretation, and recommendation. The rejections/career-counseling interview is seen to be a useful service for both the applicant and program involved. (MLW)

The role of regional associations in providing professional development for institutional researchers is examined. On-campus and exchange internships for students, workshops for newly appointed researchers, visitation programs, reports, topical research sessions, and grant proposals are suggested as possible regional activities. (Author/SF)

This article compares and contrasts various types of external degree and nontraditional graduate programs including their organization, objectives, and problems. (JMF)

Based on projected enrollment trends, the need exists for expanded teacher education programs in the area of physical education in New Zealand. (LH)

Described is an integrated pathology-pharmacotherapeutics course, designed to correlate specific disease entities with current drug therapy. The course was developed by the College of Pharmacy and Department of Pathology, College of Medicine of the University of Kentucky. Lecture topics are appended. (JMD)

Describes the learning processes experienced by six language teachers within the context of a three-year research project in which they worked and in the context of doing their Ph.D.s as research assistants. These processes involved learning specific research skills, understanding teaching practices, development of theory and concepts, links with…

Examines three main topics related to graduate preparation programs and technology: (1) technology's role in enhancing teaching, advising, and research activities; (2) the knowledge, skills, and competencies related to information technology that graduate students should acquire; and (3) the implications of introducing a systematic integration of…

Describes experiences resulting from teaching two online graduate courses in special education and instructional design. Teaching techniques in online instruction are discussed, including (1) the context of teaching online; (2) preparation for online instruction; (3) teaching strategies; (4) evaluation strategies; and (5) placing online teaching…

A study compared the effects of microcomputer-based software and hand-held calculators on the statistics achievement of 50 graduate students. Results showed no significant difference between computer and calculator groups or between genders but did show an interaction effect. Males using microcomputers outperformed 82% of females using…

The federal general dentistry grant program supports development of new programs and first-year positions in postdoctoral general dentistry education. Since inception, 115 institutions have participated, establishing 59 new programs (88% remain in operation) and 560 new positions (69% of which are still being filled), representing 72% and 77%,…

Presents a challenge statement from the Council for Chemical Research (CCR) Education Committee that substantiates the need for changes in the education of chemical engineering graduates. Recommendations are based on answers to survey questions. (DDR)