This introduction to "New Directions for Education and Work (Competency, Careers, and College)" discusses the questions of what is the value of college for work and how can colleges be structured to educate students both for careers and for life in general. (AF)

Christiane Northrup, an obstetrician-gynecologist with 20 years of clinical and medical teaching experience, discusses how the medical profession has instilled fear of our bodies and of illness; the important role of women physicians in teaching others to listen to their bodies; and her own roles as wife, mother, and physician. (LP)

This study examined the importance of several factors hypothesized to influence teachers' attitudes about language diversity (experience with language minority students, region of the country, formal training, graduate study, and grade level taught). Surveys of teachers from three states indicated that attitudes differed significantly by…

Describes the evolution of educational technology curricula and examines its current status. Highlights include graduate curriculum development; the National Defense Education Act; competition between school librarians and media specialists; the inclusion of computer technology; and three case studies of academic programs at Indiana University,…

In an experiment designed to dissociate the effects of instructional approach and system interface on learning in computer-based instruction, 18- to 30-year-old high school graduates with low mathematics ability were tested before and after completing three mathematics practice modules. Found that low ability students may not learn from computers…

Because of rapid changes in the information profession, librarians must actively pursue their own professional development. Presents strategies to enhance this skill in future librarians, including journal discussion clubs, portfolios, peer review, action learning, current awareness strategies, and learning to approach new technologies…

Presents the findings of an informal poll of teachers over 25 years about their experiences in education school courses and their thoughts on the proper requirements for the education degree in foreign languages. (Three references) (CK)

Describes a graduate preservice education course on diversity that used online e-mail discussions to facilitate learning. The activity successfully involved all students in the online discussions, so less-verbal students were able to voice their opinions. It cut tensions when discussing controversial issues and changed student/teacher roles. (SM)

Highlights the importance of teacher education that places preservice teachers in the classroom for extended time periods before they engage in education courses, demonstrating how a teaching approach that acknowledges and builds upon early experiences can have positive results when preservice teachers take ownership of their own professional…

A pilot program at Rutgers University (New Jersey) investigated how graduate students in education approached research and whether electronic resources had affected their research. Students were then invited to participate in a librarian outreach program, including seminars and individual consultations on materials access, navigating the campus…

This study examined minority and mainstream teacher candidates' views on teaching as a profession and career. Interviews and surveys indicated that both groups were concerned with professional status, proud of becoming teachers, and worried about teaching conditions. Minority students were more affected by the low professional status of teaching…

In a doctoral pharmacy course, student pairs were assigned presentations on topics related to specific anemias or blood disorders, and given one-and-a-half hours to present the material, with posters as visual aids, and to answer questions. The method is seen as promoting active learning, critical thinking, and professional presentation skills,…

Outlines needs and strategies for electronic research skills training as part of the supervision of doctoral students. Discusses the training role of academic librarians, the role and skill level of doctoral supervisors, and the special needs of doctoral students. Excerpts from stakeholder interviews are included. (AEF)

One of five articles in the second section, "Deepening Relationships through PDS Brings Change in Practice," this article describes the Five-Year Teacher Preparation Program at Temple University (Pennsylvania). This program integrates pedagogy and instruction with coursework in arts and sciences. It involves dialog between the College of…

Demographic changes in college graduates who received teaching certificates between 1975 and 1985 are assessed. The effects of demographic characteristics, subject specialties, and scores on National Teacher Examinations on certificants becoming teachers in North Carolina are examined. Results highlight the need for more Black college students to…