The most successful TQM (Total Quality Management) training programs include a set of "paradigm-shifting" experiences to encourage self-assessment by managers. Their retraining and altered perceptions result in an empowered workforce and long-term, significant improvement in the effectiveness and success of their organization. (seven references)…

Human resource development professionals should combine vision, understanding, and programing expertise in establishing continuous learning environments in organizations. Leadership roles include role modeling new behavior styles and engendering a participatory atmosphere. (SK)

Summarized is the statement of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change from 1990. The status of global climate change on earth and possible future effects are discussed. (CW)

Examines the dynamics of organizational communication following corporate implementation of quality circles. Describes the rhetorical visions of people at three organizational levels closely associated with quality circles: (1) managers; (2) facilitators who organize the quality circles; and (3) employees. (SR)

An approach to analysis of educational reform on college campuses that focuses on movement toward, rather than organizational manifestations of, change is described. Four stages include (1) the decision to act consistently with principles; (2) establishment of internal organizational support; (3) going public with intentions; and (4) emergence of…

Suggestions for making the academic planning process at the higher education level more productive include being realistic about what can be accomplished; carefully reviewing past planning efforts; preparing others for change; structuring change over time; and tailoring the model to the circumstances of the changes to be made. Substantive…

Includes "Introduction" (Kaplan); "Contemporary Perspective on Dual Career Couples in the Workplace" (Stoltz-Loike); "Dual Career Dilemma--His Move or Hers?" (Holdcroft); "Reflections of a Dual Career Couple" (Capps, Shillinger); "Balancing Acts--Juggling Love, Work, Family and Recreation"…

Investigates characteristics of the organizational environment as perceived by 627 teachers in 64 Hong Kong secondary schools. Classifies perceived school environments into four typical styles associated with contrasting leadership styles. As in Western studies, the commitment style is preferable, but it requires considerable principal training to…

The matching of 5 predictors of organizational commitment with 5 career stages was investigated with a sample of 1,536 Air Force employees. Between- and within-stage analysis showed that team cohesion was stronger during second stage, job challenge during third, supervisor behavior during fourth, and organizational climate during fifth.…

College administrative careers are characterized by ill-defined career paths, multiple entrance points, and lack of explicit criteria for determining mobility. The advantage is the diversity of opportunity. However, those seeking administrative careers have little guidance. Rules governing mobility are often part of the institutional culture. (MSE)

To effectively communicate agendas and goals, new college presidents need to acquire cultural perspective on their institutions, seeing the campus as a lived experience, interpreting its themes, and deciphering its shared meanings and symbolic processes. This allows him to experience the continuity of the institution and become part of it.…

Offers detailed guidelines that could be used as standard operating procedures for the merger of voluntary social service agencies. Discusses a survey of 32 agencies that merged during the years 1973 to 1986. Issues related to the roles of organization, staff, and service delivery in such mergers receive particular attention. (Author/BB)

Questionnaires returned by 92 of 127 British teacher-researchers and interviews with 12 revealed the following: (1) sharing of findings was hindered by the individualistic culture of teaching; (2) teacher-researchers preferred working within the system to effect change; and (3) the values and processes of teacher research can create a more…

Discussion of college planning compares planning as a cultural/social process and as a rational tool for identifying and achieving institutional goals. Factors to be considered in planning as a cultural process are examined. It is concluded that leaders should examine both substantive and cultural effects of change. (MSE)

Stresses the importance of being prepared when implementing a fund-raising program for camps. Discusses the impact of economic climate on philanthropy. Lists essential characteristics to look for when seeking a person to head a camp's fund-raising program and important questions to answer before initiating a fund-raising campaign. (LP)