A structured course for teaching interviewing is described which focuses on the interaction between the patient and the practitioner. The course focuses on relationship, communication, and feelings, and theoretical material is described behaviorally in checklist form. Different methods are used to help students apply skills in clinical situations.…

Describes an evening chemistry course designed to teach noncriminology personnel in the law enforcement field the function of a crime laboratory and the application of scientific analysis to law enforcement problems. (MLH)

This article describes a Topics Program in American Studies for college bound and non-college bound high school students. The philosophy behind the program is discussed and outlines of the objectives, skills, and topic titles are presented. For journal availability see SO 504 433. (Author/RM)

Describes the content, evaluation, and operation of a high school physics course intended for college bound non-science majors. Discusses some advantages and challenges of contract learning. (CP)

The directory provides information on training and development programs, which are being offered in institutions of higher education. The directory is arranged alphabetically by State and provides the name of the institution, contact, and a brief program description. (Author/EC)

The goals, teaching methods, and requirements of an undergraduate physics-and-society course are presented and related to the courses content and survey approach. The problems, frustrations, and rewards experienced in developing and teaching the course are shared. (Author/CP)

A review of the Agricultural Careers curriculum developed by the Agricultural Education Department at Oklahoma State University is presented. (LH)

Describes an individual programmed study method used in a second year Geology course at the University of Melbourne. Outlines the criteria that make this instructional style useful and presents the student questionnaire used to evaluate the course. (GS)

Describes objectives, instructional methods, and operation of a field trip program for an undergraduate geology course. (CP)

Describes an instructional format for introductory undergraduate earth science in which students work in small groups on topics of interest in earth science-related fields. (CP)

A one-half year elective course called "The Labor Movement in America: History and Process" that is taught at Scarsdale High School is described along with a discussion of the need for labor issues to be dealt with in textbooks and curricula. (ND)

A course on ordinary differential equations preceding multivariable calculus can be made to suit present-day engineering curricula and resolve certain difficulties concerning the undergraduate engineering student's motivation, technical skill, ability to retain and use mathematical material, and potential for further growth. (Author/MP)

A study was undertaken to compare teaching methods in a college level psychology of adjustment course. The first method involved training individuals to be therapists to those needing help. The second method trained individuals needing help to be their own therapists. (Author/DB)

A comparative analysis was made of academically experienced and inexperienced students in a college level counseling education program to determine the influence of practical experience in counseling. Findings indicated that most students in both groups benefited by receiving counseling skills training. (Author/DB)