Although school administration has received some attention, no studies have examined the impact of reform proposals on university departments of educational administration. This study examines how the reform movement has influenced various functions and operations in 18 departments of educational administration in Illinois. Results show minimal…

Articulates the many ramifications of selecting dissertation topics and outlines how students might go about making this decision wisely. The article is intended for graduate students interested in pursuing a research career in biology, but the central theme is relevant to graduate students in any doctoral program. (LZ)

Responses from 27 of 33 doctoral programs in adult education showed that only 9 have graduate student organizations; these tended to be smaller programs. Organization activities fostered a mentoring environment. Few programs addressed the needs of commuting and part-time students. (SK)

Relates how, in a multicultural counseling class, many students clung to perceived notions of themselves, refusing to admit that they harbored prejudices against peoples of other cultures. Argues that reading the literature of cultural groups studied in the course would give more valid insight into those cultures. Concludes that, for better or…

Presents framework by which counseling psychology training programs can react to demands for preparing students for an increasingly diverse array of services to an almost equally diverse clientele. Proposes that adequate training for responding to diversity is the foundation for moving from recognition of diversity to an affirmation of diversity.…

The aim of this study is to (1) examine, from a sociological perspective, the content of the reading required in a master's course in a U.S. university; (2) investigate the text types found; and (3) assess the learning achieved from the readings by an English-as-a-Second-Language student. (35 references) (JL)

Suggests that mental health counselors must be sensitized to ethical issues in practice and work, hone their ethical decision making, be willing to place a value on ethical behavior, and develop ego strength necessary to carry through on their ethical decisions. Offers suggestions for how mental health counselors can enhance each of these…

The Color Coordinating Team Exercise is a learning activity that builds on theoretical discussion of power, influence, authority, and responsibility. It is designed to address issues of power sharing and to develop skills for promoting inclusiveness in organizations. (SK)

In discussing mentoring relationships, this paper describes one graduate student's experiences with Robert Gagne as his mentor in the field of human learning, examining Gagne's work overall in psychology and research, and focusing on Gagne's work related to education. (SM)

Fourteen students evaluated an Internet-based graduate-level career-development course for counselor education. Most felt they had as much interaction with instructors as in face-to-face classes; they felt confident in their ability to use the Internet with career clients; and 13 would take other Internet courses. (SK)

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)

Reports on a qualitative study of perceived needs of counselors in training at Southeast Missouri State University and proposes a model of graduate education to meet local and global needs that is comprised of: (1) curriculum enhancement; (2) partnership between the university and a professional development school; (3) international professional…

Ethics codes from gerontology-related disciplines were evaluated regarding mentoring guidelines. General "do no harm" statements were most common; clear, explicit guidelines were less frequent. Explicit guidelines focused on the use/misuse of power in mentoring relationships. (SK)

The University of Montevallo Teacher Leader Program is an advanced graduate program in current and future leadership roles for teachers who choose to remain in the classroom rather than become principals or supervisors. The program focuses on competencies in technology usage and understanding of current school contexts. (JOW)

Research has largely emphasized that distance education methods are as good as traditional education. The convenience, flexibility, and interactivity of newer communications technologies give rise to the claim that distance education is superior for some purposes and situations, such as increasing access to graduate education for adults. (SK)