The article describes an experimental approach to the use of video tape, making it a prescreening tool for employers who don't visit the campus. (Author)

Describes a program designed to teach a method for finding a job. (SB)

The author recommends that teachers stress customer relations when preparing students for jobs in the construction industry. Students must also be taught that an aggressive business attitude is needed to deal with changing economic conditions. (CT)

Seven youths from a residential treatment facility for juvenile offenders served as Ss in a study designed to train minimally literate individuals to read and complete job applications. All Ss' scores on the Master Employment Application increased as a function of the training program and were maintained in a two-week followup. (Author)

This article suggests some approaches that the emerging scholar can use in efforts aimed at building a record of scholarly publication. Some of the suggestions include: (1) determining areas of strength; (2) deciding on the project; (3) choosing the appropriate journals; (4) preparing the manuscript; (5) waiting for the results; and (6) accepting…

The article describes the Job Seeking Skills Program established by the Oregon Commission for the Blind at its Portland Vocational Development Center, in which blind people are taught how to find a job commensurate with their capabilities. (Author/DLS)

Three hundred and sixty one human resource (HR) professionals' resumes and cover letters were analyzed to determine what HR professionals look for in applicants' resumes. Findings suggest that they should be tailored to the applicant's experience and job sought; personal and nonjob-related information should be kept to a minimum. (JOW)

Discusses electronic resumes in the job search and identifies their characteristics. Discusses advantages of electronic resumes, the process of using them, and pitfalls in developing them. Offers a sample electronic resume, other recommendations for developing them, and a list of resume database service companies. (SR)

Notes that many of the tests used in a major statewide merit system had reading levels appropriate for high school, whereas the positions for which they were used to evaluate job applicants had reading requirements much lower. (RS)

Discusses issues related to educational and professional success in gerontology: management of the graduate school experience, career paths in gerontology, securing the first job, and socialization as faculty members. (SK)

This volume collects essays Rob Jenkins originally wrote for "The Two-Year Track" column in "The Chronicle of Higher Education". Drawing on his own experience, Rob has, for many years, been dispensing much-appreciated advice from the frontline--to those considering a community college career as well as those who desire to move up the ranks. This…

Access to initial teacher education (ITE) across the United Kingdom continues to be significantly determined by selective entry requirements, based on prior academic qualifications. While a number of alternative routes to teacher education exist, several barriers to participation in higher education, including teacher education, still exist.…

This paper provides suggestions for obtaining a job--specifically, filling out employment applications, writing resumes, and going to job interviews. It lists tips for completing employment applications and includes samples of resumes as well as a step-by-step list of things to include in a resume. The section on employment interviews includes a…

The guide is designed to assist the 4-H volunteer leader in the preparation of a resume or a written record of life experiences and resulting skills, should they decide to seek paid employment outside the home, pursue further education or simply take stock of all they have learned from "doing" in the past. It is comprised of three major…

A study was conducted to identify characteristics considered important by personnel directors when reviewing resumes. Findings were obtained from questionnaires completed by 166 respondents located throughout the Midwest. Results suggest that there are very definite opinions held by individuals whose function is frequently to review resumes. A…