Discusses ways to emphasize social responsibility in the English classroom. (MM)

There was no relationship found between level of Future Farmers of America participation and the interpersonal skill development of students studying vocational agriculture at the secondary level. Also, no relationship was found between the level of chapter activities and the interpersonal skill development of students studying vocational…

The author describes an instructional model intended to enhance each learner's capacity for self-direction and intellectual responsibility. This article examines ground rules of the instructional format, theoretical bases, the experience of collaborative learning and team-building, use of panelists, and participants' evaluations of the model. (CT)

A personal visit by the author to Great Britain revealed a different approach to teaching literacy than commonly found in the United States. The British concept of literacy training placed a high value on the student's self-concept, on student responsibility, and on learner participation. (Author/CT)

Discusses money management for college students and techniques parents use to influence student spending. Suggests that a set allowance is useful to students who need to learn to budget their expenses and become more responsible. (JAC)

A survey of members of the Health Education Section, American College Health Association, indicates that they feel the major object of health education programs is to make the student aware that his health is primarily his responsibility and that colleges aid the student in assuming this responsibility. (MB)

A generic model for a Course-In-Oneself was developed for self-assessment on the basis of valuing participant responsibility for self-awareness and using instruments designed to further self-control and enhance generalization of feelings and behaviors. Pre-post research evaluation suggests that such educational assessment experience does…

This book provides concrete advice on how campuses can meet the challenges of educating thoughtful, committed, and socially responsible college graduates. The chapters are: (1) "Educating Citizens in a Pluralistic Society"; (2) "The Broader Undergraduate Context"; (3) "When Educating Citizens Is a Priority"; (4) "The Multiple Dimensions of Moral…

Since the late 1990s, lawmakers, college officials, consumer advocacy groups, and higher education practitioners have become increasingly concerned about the rising use of credit cards among college students. Some recent studies have provided information about credit card use among college students. These studies include: (1) a study conducted by…

Purpose of this study was to examine the relationship of university students' self-selection of examination dates with their previous and subsequent academic performance. (Authors)

The extent to which performance is a function of interest will be dependent upon (a) the nature of the task per se (e.g., complex vs. simple); (b) the conditions for task specification (e.g., imposed vs. selected); and (c) characteristics of the performer (e.g., high internality vs. low internality). (Author)

A successful school discipline program is dedicated to changing students' attitudes. Students and teachers plan rules of behavior, and all school personnel are trained to help students identify inappropriate behavior and take responsibility for their actions. (MLF)