Presents a generalization and improvement for the definition proposed by E. Dzhafarov (2001) for selectiveness in the dependence of several random variables on several (sets of) external factors. This generalization links the notion of selective influence with that of conditional independence. (SLD)

Makes explicit a reconceptualization of the nature of emotion that over the past decade has fostered the study of emotion regulation. Documents the stability of two emotional dispositions: irritability and inhibition. (RH)

Power, the capacity to ensure desired outcomes and prevent undesirable ones, should not be confused with status or prestige. Whereas leaders always have a measure of power, many powerholders have no trace of leadership. Although leaders' roles tend to be overemphasized, society cannot run without leadership. (MLH)

Defines general semantics in accordance with the personal views of the author. Describes some guidelines, including tunnel vision, labels that limit, success and survival, beyond Aristotle, separation of word and thing, time-binding, abstracting, from experience to symbols, non-allness, and consciousness of context. Uses definitions and guidelines…

Contends that understanding and articulating one's definition of consultation is essential for successful consultation to occur. Reviews and presents for consideration several different definitions of consultation. Discusses main issues that surround operational definitions of consultation. Concludes that consultants' definitions of consultation…

Provides alternatives to the definitions of additive and multiplicative method effects in multitrait-multimethod data given by D. Campbell and E. O'Connell (1967). The alternative definitions can be formulated by means of constraints in the parameters of the correlated uniqueness model (H. Marsh, 1989). (SLD)

Presents an alternative framework for evaluating mediated relationships. The distinguishing feature of mediation is that mediation involves a chain reaction. The definition presented emphasizes the intra-individual, time-ordered nature of mediation. (SLD)

Creativity is a popular but heterogeneous word in educational parlance these days. By looking at a selection of recent discourses that refer to creativity to sustain their positions, the paper suggests that two key themes emerge, both with questionable assumptions. Romantic individualists would return us to a naive bygone age of authentic…

The question proposed to the debaters, "Is consensus on a definition of giftedness in the field possible, desirable, or necessary?" appears to request a choice between three independent alternatives. In this article, the author illustrates what the lack of consensus among scholars and professionals really looks like. A brief survey of the current…

The previous Historical Perspectives column focused on the foundations of gifted education and the influence that Francis Galton, Alfred Binet, and Cesare Lombroso had in shaping the field. This work seeks to extend the examination of the historical roots of gifted education by focusing on definitions and theoretical underpinnings of giftedness…

This paper is based upon detailed research over a two-year period into primary school teachers' attitudes and approaches to bullying. All the teaching staff in a single school contributed to the research and they were thoughtful and reflective in their engagement with the research. The project focuses on the key issue of how teachers define…

Based on current research, legislation, and best practices for the classroom, this user-friendly guide offers a comprehensive overview of everything teachers need to know to differentiate instruction for students who are culturally and linguistically diverse, as well as those who have or might have special education needs. Amy G. Mazur and…

This inquiry highlights a research study with secondary teacher candidates (grades 9-12) in a teacher credentialing program in southern California that has been recognized for its effectiveness in preparing candidates to teach English learners. Within the frame of creating critical leaders, data collected in this inquiry show that teacher…

This practical guide to outcomes-based assessment in student affairs is designed to help readers meet the growing demand for accountability and for demonstrating student learning. The authors offer a framework for implementing the assessment of student learning and development and pragmatic advice on the strategies most appropriate for the…

Newton's article (2010) makes three main contributions to the literature. First, it is transatlantic, bringing together literatures that have been dealing with similar problems, using sometimes different methods and certainly with distinctive educational, cultural perspectives. He points out that neither of these literatures has all of the…